Google

CAD/PCB Design Engineer, Pixel Phones

Google$132K — $189K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of PCB design experience, or 1 year with an advanced degree.
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools and methodologies.
  • Experience in flexible printed circuit (FPC) and rigid-flex layout techniques.
  • Proficiency in high-speed board designs, including high-density Ball-Grid Array (BGA) packages.
  • Knowledge of mechanical design outlines for integration with electrical designs.
  • Understanding of hardware development phases.

Responsibilities

  • Drive electrical and mechanical design of PCBs from concept to mass production.
  • Collaborate with fabrication vendors to implement impedance control rules and adhere to DFM, DFA, and DFT guidelines.
  • Serve as a liaison among Electrical Engineers, PCB Designers, Mechanical Engineers, and Fabricators.
  • Develop strong partnerships with Electrical Engineering and Product Design teams for design optimization.
  • Utilize advanced CAD tools to create and maintain complex PCB layouts ensuring performance requirements are met.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching.
  • Generous paid time off and sick leave policy.
  • Access to employee development programs and career growth opportunities.
  • Wellness and mental health programs.
Full Job Description
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience working in PCB design, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience with PCB design tools and methodologies.
  • Experience in both flexible printed circuit (FPC) and rigid-flex layout techniques, showcasing versatility in various design challenges.
  • Proficiency in executing high-speed board designs and complex layouts, including a thorough familiarity with high-density Ball-Grid Array (BGA) packages.
  • Knowledge of mechanical design outline formats, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration between electrical and mechanical design teams.
  • Understanding of phases of hardware development, from initial schematic entry and meticulous manual constraint generation to rigorously meeting all design requirements and producing polished board layouts.


About the job
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google's artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $132000 - $189000 (USD) 15% bonus target equity benefits

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Responsibilities
  • Drive the mechanical and electrical design of printed circuit boards (PCBs) from initial concept through mass production, including outline creation, layer stack-up definition, optimal component placement, and high-speed signal routing.
  • Collaborate closely with board fabrication vendors to establish and implement precise impedance control rules, while ensuring adherence to design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for testability (DFT) guidelines.
  • Serve as a key interface between Electrical Engineers, PCB Designers, Mechanical Engineers, and Fabricators, facilitating seamless communication and problem-solving throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Foster robust cross-functional partnerships with Electrical Engineering, Product Design, and DFM/DFA teams to optimize designs for performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Utilize advanced CAD tools and methodologies to create and maintain complex PCB layouts, ensuring signal integrity and power delivery meet stringent performance requirements.


About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
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Size
156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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