PCB Design Engineer

Rantec is hiring a PCB Design Engineer.Come join our team! Based in Los Osos, California, located along California's scenic Central Pacific coastline, Rantec offers many outstanding benefits, the following are a few:Competitive wagesGreat benefits - i.e. Medical (PPO, HSA), Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending AccountsVacation - 2 weeks to start, Holidays, Paid Sick LeaveTuition Assistance401K with matching up to 6%,Peer-to-Peer recognition and Years of Service AwardsWe have every other Friday off as we are on the 9/80 scheduleFree catered lunch on the Friday/payday that we workPosition SummaryTakes a lead role in developing internal design guidelines for printed wiring board (PWB) designs. Performs a full range of design tasks to produce PWBs for Rantec’s power supply products. Applies a thorough material science knowledge of the interactions and characteristics of materials used in PWB manufacturing and the impact of material choices on design decisions. Interface with PWB manufacturers to ensure Rantec’s designs are compatible with the manufacturing processes of the PWB. Produce the schematic, design the component layout of the circuit board, and create documentation to support manufacturing.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesDesign printed circuit boards. Develop internal design guidelines for PWB design issues. Work from original engineering concept and preliminary sketches to produce schematics and design board layouts for PWBs. Perform design activities and produce data files, Gerber, ODB++, and fabrication drawings necessary to order boards and stencils from suppliers and produce assemblies in our manufacturing operationSupport goals of designing for manufacturability. Apply knowledge of Quad data processes to support surface-mount technology (SMT) manufacturing. Maintain familiarity with current manufacturing methods and industry design trends. Ensure that drawing standards and notes for PWBs have a common interpretation between PWB vendor and Rantec. Work with design team to support manufacturabilityManage electronic libraries of schematic symbols and component/pad footprints and component models for the design group to ensure accuracy and consistency of design in accordance with IPC standards. Develop internal standards for compiling and maintaining the libraryStencils and circuit boards. Prepare fabrication drawings, manufacturing data and Gerber data necessary for procurement of stencils and circuit boards from suppliersDevelop manufacturing documentation. Produce Quad files, assembly drawings, parts lists, and bills of materialsWrite Engineering Change Notices. Maintain integrity of design process and configuration control by incorporating design changes through an established ECN process. Incorporate changes into engineering and manufacturing documentation as appropriateSupport design activities of manufacturing and test for test fixtures, ATE systems, mounting boards, etc., based on engineering and manufacturing inputSupport product realization – participate in design reviews, scheduling meetings and other engineering and manufacturing work groups as requested to provide design input as neededAbility to work flexible hours and/or different shifts, if needed. Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, State and Federal RegulationsAs the Company’s success relies on the productivity of our team and adherence to customer product schedules, an essential function of this position is the ability to arrive to work on-time, and work each day, as scheduledPerform other duties as assignedEducation And ExperienceBS degree in electrical engineering is desirable5 years general background in printed circuit board design/layout, surface-mount technology and power supply experience highly preferredFamiliarity with industry standards such as IPC and IEEE relating to PWB designComputer skills in CAD and PWB layout programs including, Altium Designer, Microstation from Bentley Systems, Expedition PCB and Design Capture Release from Mentor Graphics CorpThorough knowledge and understanding of the theory and applications of components and PWBsThorough knowledge of PWB fabrication, material choices and processingExcellent communication and organizational skillsExcellent investigative and problem-solving skills for addressing design issues and challengesSalary Range: $80,000 - $137,000 AnnuallyClick on this link to read Rantec's Privacy PolicyRantec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. Rantec will consider requests for reasonable accommodation from applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact hr@rantec.com.#ZRPowered by JazzHRnMOXhYH0yo