Sr Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Designer (Finance)

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Printed Circuit Board Designer in our Cary, NC or Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for creating loosely defined complex Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs from schematics and inputting from Design Engineering and is a departmental expert in one or more areas of technology.

Essential Functions

• Partners with Product Design Engineers and Mechanical Engineers to produce loosely defined complex PCB Designs that are timely, robust, and economical
• Key technical contributor and ECAD/MCAD interface expert in the design of new or challenging PCB designs or projects bearing directly on organizational objectives
• Leverages thorough knowledge of Garmin processes and procedures through leadership of major research or product development projects consisting of multiple modules or sub-projects that align the team with Garmin and departmental mission and vision
• Serves as an expert in data setup for all types of PCB design technology used at Garmin
• Recognizes design technology changes and finds ways that our current tools can allow Garmin to implement those designs
• Leads the advancement of team capabilities through identification and testing of new PCB design technologies for ECAD software
• Develops reliable solutions to exceedingly complex problems which require the regular use of individual thought and creativity
• Connects engineering teams, communicating effectively with all project stakeholders (ex. Electrical, Process and Mechanical Engineering)
• Serves as an expert in PCB Design and Engineering processes including mentoring one or more PCB Designers
• Offers suggestions for PCB Design process improvements and authors most new procedures
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of Garmin's ECAD Library

Basic Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology or related field AND a minimum of 10 years relevant experience performing similar consumer electronics industry duties OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrates proficient use and advanced knowledge of PCB design best practices and design standards for all PCB technologies used in current Garmin designs as well as the ability to bring new technologies into Garmin
• Demonstrates expert proficiency using Garmin's ECAD tools
• Demonstrates an ability to interpret design intent from schematics and have a working knowledge of electronic circuits theory and operation
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes
• Demonstrates proficiency using personal computers and Microsoft Office applications

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrates expert proficiency using Cadence Allegro 17.4 or newer

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits