Printed Circuit Board Design Engineer

PCB Design Engineer - Leuven (Belgium) - Permanent Position

We're currently recruiting a talented and experienced PCB Design Engineer. As a PCB Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing printed circuit boards (PCBs) for a variety of electronic devices and systems. You will collaborate closely with hardware engineers, firmware engineers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure the successful design, testing, and manufacturing of PCBs that meet the required specifications and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• PCB Design: Design and develop multilayer PCBs, considering factors such as layout, routing, signal integrity, power distribution, thermal management, and manufacturability.
• Schematic Capture: Create schematic diagrams using CAD tools, ensuring accurate representation of circuitry and connectivity.
• Component Selection: Work with engineering teams to select appropriate components for the PCB design, considering factors such as functionality, availability, cost, and reliability.
• Signal Integrity Analysis: Perform signal integrity analysis, including impedance matching, signal timing, and noise reduction techniques to ensure robust performance of high-speed digital and analog circuits.
• EMC/EMI Compliance: Design PCBs to comply with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) standards, minimizing interference and emissions.
• Prototype Development: Support the development of PCB prototypes, including layout debugging, prototype assembly, and testing.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, firmware engineers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of PCB designs into overall product architecture.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including schematics, layout files, design guidelines, and design validation reports.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in PCB design and manufacturing, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in PCB design and layout, preferably in a product development environment.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or similar.
• Strong understanding of PCB design principles, including high-speed digital and analog circuits, power distribution, and thermal management.
• Experience with signal integrity analysis tools such as HyperLynx or similar.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI compliance standards and mitigation techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and professional development.

The Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources for innovation and research

Please send over your CV to tom.walker@vividresourcing.com or call me on +32 (0) 3 318 00 74. As always, we are open to recommendations, so please feel free to pass this on to other suitable candidates.