Senior PCB Layout Engineer at Ciena
Overview
You will own the physical implementation of high-speed, high-density printed circuit boards for optical engine platforms at Ciena, achieving manufacturability and performance at scale. Working with Allegro PCB Design and APD, you translate schematic intent into reliable layouts, applying signal integrity and power integrity principles. You collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to deliver prototype and production-ready hardware. This role stands out for its focus on AI-driven optical interconnect, directly impacting next-gen datacenter performance.
What You'll Do6
- 1Execute complex multi-layer PCB layouts for high-speed, high-density designs using Allegro PCB Design and Allegro APD.
- 2Develop and manage detailed layout files, including ceramic and organic substrates and advanced packaging structures.
- 3Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define PCB floor plans, constraints, and design parameters.
- 4Integrate signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal considerations into layout implementations.
- 5Conduct design reviews to validate layout quality and alignment with project specifications.
- 6Coordinate with manufacturing partners to enable prototype builds, high-volume production, and issue resolution.
Requirements6
- 1Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent education, training, and experience.
- 27+ years of experience executing PCB layout for high-speed and high-density designs.
- 3Utilization of PCB design tools such as Allegro PCB Design, DeHDL, Allegro APD, or equivalent tools.
- 4Application of PCB fabrication processes and design for manufacturability principles.
- 5Application of signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management practices in PCB design.
- 6Demonstrated communication and collaboration within cross-functional engineering environments.
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