PCB DFM Engineer
Job in
San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, 95199, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
Gorilla Circuits
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Base pay range
$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities:- Review customer PCB design packages (Gerber, ODB++, IPC-2581, etc.) for completeness, accuracy, and manufacturability.
- Perform detailed DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFR (Design for Reliability) checks according to company and IPC standards.
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve design or data discrepancies before production release.
- Provide design recommendations that optimize manufacturability, yield, and cost.
- Develop and maintain DFM guidelines, design rules, and best practices based on fabrication capabilities.
- Work closely with CAM Engineers to translate customer data into production-ready tooling and documentation.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) for advanced technologies such as HDI, rigid-flex, and high-layer count PCBs.
- Ensure design compliance with internal capabilities, IPC standards, and customer specifications.
- Communicate effectively with Sales, Program Management, and Production to ensure clarity on design intent and manufacturability.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering workflows, process automation, and quality control.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in PCB fabrication engineering, DFM analysis, or CAM engineering within a PCB manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of PCB fabrication processes, materials, and IPC design standards (IPC-2221, IPC-6012, etc.).
Skills:
- Proficient in PCB design and analysis tools (e.g., CAM
350, Valor NPI, Genesis, UCAM, or similar). - Solid understanding of multilayer stackups, impedance control, copper balancing, drill structures, and controlled-depth processes.
- Familiarity with HDI, rigid-flex, and advanced material technologies.
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate in cross-functional teams.
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly.
Full-time, Permanent
Seniority level:Mid-Senior level
Employment type:Full-time
Job function:Engineering and Information Technology
Industries:Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
Benefits:- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
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