• Principal PCB Design Engineer

    CommScope, Inc. (Sunnyvale, CA)


    Principal PCB Design Engineer

     

    Req ID: 79088

    Location:

    Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94089

     

    In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

     

    RUCKUS Networks, part of CommScope, specializes in delivering high-performance networking solutions while focusing on creating purpose-driven networks that perform exceptionally well in challenging environments.RUCKUS Networks leverages advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to enhance network performance and reduce total cost of ownership.

    How You'll help us connect the world:

    The RUCKUS Hardware Team is seeking an experienced engineer with expertise in high-speed, mixed-signal PCB layout design to join our dedicated R&D team in Sunnyvale, California.

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead layout designs and reviews of high-speed, mixed-signal Wi-Fi Access Point.

    • Establish PCB stack-up and impedance geometries.

    • Coordinate with and apply best practices for SI, PI, DFM, DFT, DFA, EMI and mechanicals with cross functional teams and factories.

    • General Allegro footprint creations, OrCAD symbol creations.

    • Own schematic designs for antennas and accessories.

    • Complete milestones from study to final placements, constraints, DRC management, routing and post processes while handling dynamic updates from EE, RF, antenna, ME and manufacture teams.

    • Understand and apply methodologies of re-using existing internal and external evaluation designs.

    • Generate PCB files and documents - Gerbers, ODB++, fab drawings, assembly drawings.

    • Request and address PCB fabrication inquiries and approvals of RFQs, EQs, FAIs and ECOs.

    • Review and support outsourced projects.

    • Support compliance and other groups as necessary.

    • Sustain legacy products, qualify alternate PCB fab houses.

     

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    Required qualifications:

    • Minimum BSEE with 10+ years of relevant experience in high-speed digital and wireless PCB design

    • Must have layout experience on common high-speed interfaces, PCIe, 10G Ethernet, DDR4, SPI, USB, RF, antenna

    • Expert proficiency in Cadence Allegro 17.2 and 17.4 PCB layout, libraries, constraint management; ability to lead whole design from scratch to product.

    • Strong proficiency in Cadence OrCAD, can work with board and antenna designers to create and modify schematics.

    • Excellent knowledge of SI, PI, EMI for high-speed PCB designs.

    • Excellent knowledge of DC/DC switching power supply PCB design, PoE experience is preferred too.

    • Familiarity with IPC, JEDEC, IEEE, and other electronic standards.

    • Detailed knowledge of PCB manufacturing and assembly processes.

    • Familiarity with design rules and tools of DFM, DFT and DFA.

    • Good communication skills and be able to work with cross-function teams.

    • Willing to work with oversea fab house, JDM partner and Ruckus oversea teams.

    • Must be a team player and adapt high paced R&D environment.

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    • **Why CommScope?**

    • Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary and commission range) is $135,600.00-$180,000.00

     

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    The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

     

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    • **What Happens After You Apply?**

     

    Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en\_US

     

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