Principal PCB Engineer – Datacenter/Speed Systems
Job in
San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92189, USA
Listed on 2026-07-06
Listing for:
Qualcomm
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-06
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Test Engineer, Materials Engineering, Electronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Company
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job AreaEngineering Group, Engineering Group >
Packaging Engineering
We are seeking a highly experienced PCB Engineer to drive next‑generation Datacenter and High-performance computing (HPC) platforms. This role will focus on advanced PCB technologies, manufacturability optimization, and supplier engagement, supporting both NPI and volume production while shaping Qualcomm’s future hardware roadmap.
Key Responsibilities- Hands on experience with PCB process including defining and driving PCB design guidelines / stack‑up / routing strategy for high‑speed, high‑layer count datacenter PCB boards
- Develop and maintain DFM (Design for Manufacturability) libraries to ensure design compliance with supplier capability
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (SI/PI, mechanical, thermal, system architecture) to optimize board performance and manufacturability
- Engage with PCB manufacturers (fabricators & assemblers) to:
- Understand design rule capability (trace/space, via structures, stack‑up complexity, materials)
- Evaluate BOM capability including advanced laminates, low‑loss materials, and new technologies
- Collect and analyze supplier data to validate manufacturing capability vs design requirements
- Drive multi‑source strategy and supplier qualification for high‑volume production
- Support critical NPI builds for datacenter platforms (AI/Compute PCB boards, high‑power systems)
- Troubleshoot PCB fabrication / assembly issues:
- Yield excursions
- Reliability failures
- Process limitations
- Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA)
- Drive PCB technology roadmap in collaboration with suppliers:
- Advanced via structures (HDI, mSAP, via‑in‑pad, stacked vias, etc.)
- New materials (low‑loss, high‑Tg, ultra‑thin core, glass core evolution)
- High layer count / ultra‑high density interconnect solutions
- Pioneer and implement new structures, technologies, and BOM solutions to advance Qualcomm’s platform capability
- Monitor industry trends (Datacenter, AI infrastructure, high‑speed PCB technology)
- Perform competitive benchmarking (Hyperscalers, ODM ecosystem, etc.)
- Identify emerging strategies to ensure Qualcomm remains aligned with leading‑edge technology directions
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of System/Package Design/Technology Engineering or related work experience.
- Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of System/Package Design/Technology Engineering or related work experience.
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 6+ year of System/Package Design/Technology Engineering or related work experience.
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- 15+ years of PCB / substrate engineering experience (Datacenter / server / high‑speed system preferred)
- High‑speed design fundamentals (SI/PI, loss, impedance control)
- Advanced PCB fabrication processes (MLB, HDI, mSAP, build‑up, lamination cycles)
- PCB materials (low‑loss laminates/Core & PPG, Cu foil, Plating chemistry, SR, Surface Finish, etc.)
- Experience working directly with PCB suppliers (fab + assembly/CM)
- Proven track record in NPI builds and manufacturing issue resolution
- Experience with AI accelerators / server motherboards / high‑power boards (100kW+ rack architecture familiarity preferred)
- Familiarity with advanced packaging interaction (SiP, substrate, bridge‑based systems)
- Experience driving technology co‑development with suppliers
- Ability to influence cross‑functional and executive stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Data‑driven decision making
- Ability to communicate clearly with suppliers, internal teams, and executive leadership
- Experience managing ambiguity in fast‑paced NPI environments
- Qualcomm’s datacenter and AI hardware competitiveness
- Supplier ecosystem maturity and scalability
- Adoption of next‑generation PCB technologies and materials
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EEO StatementQualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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