Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Principal PCB Physical Design Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $130K — $180K *
Santa Clara, CA 95051In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in PCB physical design for high-speed/high-power systems
  • Strong foundation in electronic fundamentals
  • Proficiency in PCB design software, particularly Cadence Allegro
  • In-depth understanding of layer types and component models in PCB design
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical, thermal, and signal/power integrity
  • Familiar with PCB manufacturing processes and standards
  • Demonstrated ability to balance engineering requirements with manufacturing constraints

Responsibilities

  • Lead PCB physical design for high-speed and high-power boards from concept to production
  • Optimize component placement and high-speed signal routing
  • Create design constraints to meet engineering requirements
  • Ensure layouts meet electrical and mechanical specifications
  • Adapt designs to component availability and manufacturing constraints
  • Resolve PCB design issues and ensure smooth production transitions
  • Generate comprehensive manufacturing and assembly packages

Benefits

  • Access to AMD's benefits including health, wellness, and retirement plans
  • Opportunity for continued education and professional development
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Participation in cutting-edge product development in the tech industry
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

As a Principal CAD PCB Physical Design Engineer in the Network Technology Solutions Group, NTSG, you will be responsible for the PCB physical design and the technology development for AMD NTSG products in this expanding and strategic market for AMD. To accomplish this, you will need to interact with other key engineering teams such as silicon design, board design, signal/power integrity, and manufacturing.

THE PERSON:

As the Principal CAD PCB Physical Design Engineer, you will lead the design and development of AMD NTSG next-generation networking and server products. This is a senior-level, hands-on technical leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of PCB physical design and cross-functional collaboration.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES:
  • PCB physical design for high-speed and high-power boards from initial concept to mass production
  • Optimize component placement, high-speed signal routing, critical power plane
  • Create design constraints based on the requirements of Hardware Design engineers, Signal/Power-Integrity engineers, Mechanical/Thermal engineers
  • Ensure that complex system layouts meet electrical and mechanical/thermal specifications
  • Adapt designs to fit component availability or manufacturing limitations
  • Resolve any issue related to PCB physical design and ensure a smooth transition from design to production
  • Generate comprehensive manufacturing and assembly packages such as Gerber, ODB
  • Building strong relationships with both engineers and manufacturers to reduce the risk of redesigning
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development while keeping projects on schedule and within scope.
  • Stay at the forefront of PCB physical design innovations and technologies to ensure AMD leadership in the industry

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Extensive experience on PCB physical design for high-speed/high-power systems
  • Strong background in electronic fundamentals
  • Strong expertise in PCB design software such as Cadence Allegro
  • Deep knowledge on different types of layers such as copper, silkscreen, solder mask, and different types of component models such as symbol, footprint
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical, thermal, signal integrity, power integrity
  • Familiarity with PCB manufacturing processes and standards
  • Hands-on experience of balancing the technical requirements from hardware engineers and the practical constraints set by manufacturers
  • Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor or Master degree of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
AMD
* Ladders Estimates

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