ECAD Layout Designer Technician, Draft/Product Definition

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa.

📋 Description

• Execute PCB layout assignments of low to medium complexity while receiving close guidance from senior designers.

• Implement ECAD design standards, layout guidelines, and established workflows during the completion of assigned work packages.

• Assist in the transition from schematic to layout, which includes component placement, basic routing, and setting up constraints.

• Ensure precision by reducing repeated errors and integrating feedback from checkers or mentors.

• Develop and revise ECAD documentation, including fabrication outputs, simple drawings, and design files.

• Actively communicate progress and seek clarification to ensure alignment with design objectives.

• Foster continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned and adhering to ECAD best practices.

• Collaborate with ECAD colleagues by sharing updates on tasks and executing necessary corrections.

• Aid in configuration management and compliance with ECAD standards.

• Gain knowledge in PCB placement, routing, constraint-driven design, multilayer stackups, high-speed concepts, fabrication, assembly outputs, DFM/DFA/DFT, PLM systems, and the complete PCB design lifecycle.

• Engage in structured reviews with Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or AA/AS degree (or equivalent 2-year post-secondary training) with at least 2 years of pertinent experience.

• Proficiency in PCB layout using ECAD tools, specifically Siemens Xpedition (Mentor / Expedition / Xpedition).

• Capability to execute PCB placement, routing, and fundamental constraint management within ECAD tools.

• Experience with multilayer PCB designs of low to medium complexity.

• Familiarity with generating fabrication outputs (Gerbers, ODB++, or similar formats).

• Comprehension of DFM/DFA principles and the ability to apply basic manufacturability considerations.

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information related to this program/contract.

• Experience with Siemens Xpedition VX or 2504 versions is preferred.

• Knowledge of PCB stackups, differential pairs, and impedance-aware routing principles is preferred.

• Basic understanding of high-speed or mixed-signal layout considerations is preferred.

• Experience in participating in cross-functional reviews is preferred.

• Familiarity with PLM systems and ECAD data management practices is preferred.

• Experience with drafting or documentation tools; proficiency in BluePrint is strongly preferred.

• Exposure to regulated industries, such as aerospace, defense, or industrial sectors is preferred.

• Proven ability to quickly learn new ECAD tools, workflows, and standards is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.

• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Student Loan Repayment Program.

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal services, and ID theft protection.

• Benefits for birth, adoption, and parental leave.

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning resources.

• Adoption Assistance.

• Autism Benefit.

• Employee Assistance Plan, offering up to 10 complimentary counseling sessions.

• Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program.

• Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits.

• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.

• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.

• Flexible work schedules.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employee Scholar Program.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs; payments are not guaranteed.

• Primarily remote work from home.

• Possible travel to the site location as necessary.

• Potential onsite presence if residing within a reasonable commute to a Collins site.

• Possible in-person attendance at select interview stages.