Principal PCB Design Engineer

JOB TITLE – Substrate Design Engineer

FormFactor, Inc.

Taiwan

We live in a mobile driven world where technology is constantly improving. Semiconductor manufacturers need a partner as they pioneer and drive the most advanced integrated circuits (ICs) ever made. FormFactor is the world's leading supplier of semiconductor test and measurement products used to test the ICs that power the majority of smart phones and tablets on the planet, as well as electronic systems used in computing, consumer, automotive, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other applications. We are a big company with a small time feel. Working at FormFactor gives you the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology, have a direct influence on next generation products hitting the market and drive the overall growth and development of the semiconductor industry.

We are a fast-paced, agile, growing company that values diversity of thought and constantly strives for a more diverse, inclusive environment. We are looking for enthusiastic, talented individuals who can thrive in a changing and challenging environment.

PURPOSE

FormFactor is looking for innovative and passionate people who want to lead in today's mobile revolution. The Sr PCB Design Engineer is a full-time position whose job includes collaborating with engineers and design teams worldwide designing and development of complex, detailed layouts of rigid printed circuit boards using PADS and Cadence applications and tools.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform layout and routing studies that lead to cost reduction, design solutions, improvements in manufacturability and reduced time to market
• Understand mechanical requirements (keep in/out's, mounting/tooling holes, component height restrictions, etc.)
• Place and route complex, high speed, multi-layer PKG Substrate and PCB's including trace length adjustment, GND shielding, verification, etc.
• Interface with PKG Substrate/PCB Apps Engineer to setup design constraints and for BGA map optimization
• Develop PKG Substrate/PCB layout for best known practices
• Create process documentation such as design workflows, procedures, checklists, and training.
• Understand and apply electrical design concepts such as high speed signals, RF, and power distribution network to meet project requirements
• Build and maintain library for general layout guidelines
• Define, create and specify design automation tools.
• Verify new internal design tools and feedback to development team
• Develop design processes to reduce design cycle-time and defects and improve product performance
• Utilize multiple time zone design teams to meet lead time objectives
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
• Diploma holders with at least 5 years of PCB design experience will be considered.
• 5 years of experience in PKG substrate/PCB layout with significant portion involving analog and mixed-signal design
• Experience with Cadence PCB, Cadence Allegro Package Design and Allegro and Constraint Manager layout tools
• Knowledge of transmission line theory impedance control, skew, crosstalk etc. and high-speed PKG Substrate/PCB design desirable
• Good understanding of PKG Substrate/PCB manufacturing process and able to interface with Fabrication houses to improve manufacturability.
• Working knowledge in net listing, schematics usage, electrical and routing rules creation (constraint manager), signal and power integrity optimization
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Possess a highly disciplined approach to problem solving
• Detail oriented, consistently meeting committed project deadlines
• A strong leader to perform as an individual contributor as well as a project team leader
• Experience with AutoCad
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Fluent in English

FormFactor is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, sex (including breastfeeding and related conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. These protections extend to all employment and management decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations, and all other terms and conditions of employment.