Senior Associate, PCB Parts Designer

Senior Associate, PCB Parts DesignerLocation: Rochester, New YorkIndustry: Aerospace / Aviation / DefenseEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Schedule: 9/80 (Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off)Senior Associate, PCB Parts Designer to support the development of advanced radio communication equipment used by the military and first responders. This role focuses on PCB parts and library design, enabling high-reliability electronic assemblies for new and existing products.The ideal candidate will leverage Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools to create, maintain, and improve schematic symbols and PCB footprints while ensuring compliance with manufacturing, assembly, and industry standards.Key Responsibilities / Essential FunctionsUtilize Siemens/Mentor PADS Designer and Layout software for PCB parts designUtilize AutoCAD for mechanical design supportCreate and maintain schematic symbols for Electrical CAD (ECAD) libraries using component vendor datasheetsCreate and maintain copper pad footprints , solder mask, and solder paste patterns in accordance with: Vendor datasheetsIPC standardsInternal company design guidelinesDevelop and maintain ECAD footprints for use by Mechanical Engineering teamsEnsure all fabrication, manufacturing, and assembly requirements are metReview drawings and component datasheets for dimensional accuracy and complianceRequired Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience , ORGraduate Degree with 0-2 years of related experience , ORIn lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of related experiencePreferred Skills & Experience Knowledge of CAD software toolsFamiliarity with SMT and through-hole components and PCB packagesUnderstanding of mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)Strong attention to detailWorking knowledge of PLM tools such as Agile, Teamcenter, or similar systemsRecruiter Submission Template -Full Name:Degree Major with University and Completion Year:Security Clearance (if any): (Type / Active / Expired / None)Eligible to obtain a US Security Clearance?Total Relevant PCB / ECAD Design Experience (Years):Experience with Siemens/Mentor PADS Designer & Layout: (Yes/No - details)Experience with AutoCAD (Mechanical): (Yes/No - details)Experience Creating Schematic Symbols for ECAD Libraries: (Yes/No - details)Experience Creating PCB Footprints (Pads, Solder Mask, Solder Paste): (Yes/No - details)Experience Working with IPC Standards: (Yes/No - details)Experience with SMT & Through-Hole Components: (Yes/No - details)Understanding of Mechanical Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T): (Yes/No - details)Experience Supporting Fabrication, Manufacturing & Assembly Requirements: (Yes/No - details)Experience with PLM Tools: (Agile / Teamcenter / Other - details)Industry Experience: (Aerospace / Defense / Other - details)Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local):Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:Contact Number:Email ID:LinkedIn Profile URL:Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code):Notice Period (in weeks):Current Work Authorization Status:Expected Salary:Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work 100% ON-SITE in Rochester, New York?Ability to Work 9/80 Schedule (Every Other Friday Off): (Yes/No)