Layout Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Layout Engineer specializing in automotive powertrain systems. This role focuses on PCB design for high-voltage and high-current applications, ensuring full compliance with automotive electronics standards and reliability requirements.
You will work closely with hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, manufacturers, and component suppliers to support a smooth transition from design through mass production.

The Role

• Perform high-voltage and high-current PCB layout design for automotive powertrain systems using tools such as Cadence Allegro 24.1.
• Independently define and manage electrical and physical constraints (Design Rules & Constraints), including component placement, impedance matching, and creepage distance / isolation slot design.
• Independently plan and apply layer stack-up architectures, addressing signal routing requirements, reference layer distribution, and power isolation needs.
• Select and evaluate PCB materials and high-Tg laminates suitable for high-voltage and high-current applications, ensuring compliance with automotive reliability standards.
• Independently collaborate with mechanical and signal integrity teams to meet thermal management, mechanical structure, and EMI/EMC requirements.
• Build and maintain component libraries (including 3D model mapping) to ensure data accuracy and consistency throughout the design flow.
• Independently generate manufacturing deliverables (Gerber / ODB++), completing design release while meeting quality and schedule targets.
• Work closely with PCB manufacturers to ensure DFM/DFA compliance, reduce manufacturing cost, shorten production cycles, and improve overall product reliability.
• Independently participate in design reviews, provide technical recommendations, and support issue resolution during design and manufacturing phases.
• Continuously research and adopt new technologies to improve design efficiency and reduce cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 6-10+ years of experience in automotive electronics or high-voltage/high-current PCB design, with solid multi-layer PCB capabilities.
• Strong understanding of PCB / PCBA manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with automotive electronics standards, such as IPC Class 3.
• Proficiency with Cadence Allegro 24.1, Valor, Campro, Capture CIS 24.1, and related PCB design tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in Mandarin and working level proficiency in English.

Preferred

• Experience with high-reliability or automotive mass production designs.
• Familiarity with Rigid-Flex PCB design.
• Experience leading or mentoring junior layout engineers.
• Experience with design automation scripting (e.g., SKILL or other scripts) to support design workflows.
• Familiarity with ODBC / CIP / EDM / Campro Checklist Rules Manager.
• Experience with mechanical tools such as eDrawings Viewer is a plus.

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