Senior PCB Layout/Designer L3/L4

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Senior PCB Layout/Designer L3/L4

Apollo Professional Solutions

Canoga Park, CA 91304

$66 - $75.50/hour

Posted 11/11/2026

Job ID: 77883

Job Description

Senior PCB Layout & Design Engineer

Location: Canoga Park, CA

Schedule: Onsite | 9/80 Work Schedule

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Potential

Important Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required. Dual citizenship is not permitted for this position.

Advance Your Career in High-Reliability PCB Design

We are seeking an experienced Senior PCB Layout & Design Engineer to lead the design and development of complex, high-performance printed circuit boards for advanced electronic systems. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering teams throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept and design through production and sustainment.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in multilayer PCB layout, high-speed digital design, signal integrity, and manufacturability, along with a strong command of industry standards and modern PCB design tools.

Key Responsibilities PCB Layout & Design Leadership

• Lead the physical design and layout of complex multilayer printed circuit boards based on electrical schematics and engineering requirements.
• Develop PCB layouts supporting high-speed digital, analog, mixed-signal, RF, and power circuitry.
• Define board stackups, routing strategies, component placement, fabrication requirements, and manufacturing constraints.
• Route critical signals and interfaces, including:
• Differential pairs
• Clock networks
• Memory buses
• Timing-sensitive high-speed signals

Apply best practices for:

• Signal integrity (SI)
• Power integrity (PI)
• Controlled impedance
• Grounding and shielding
• Thermal management

Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration

• Coordinate electrical and mechanical design requirements, including board outlines, connectors, mounting features, and enclosure clearances.
• Partner with engineering teams and PCB manufacturers to optimize designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) reviews.
• Support prototype builds, troubleshooting efforts, and resolution of manufacturing or performance-related issues.

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Perform design rule checks (DRC) and resolve connectivity, clearance, and fabrication concerns.
• Generate and maintain complete manufacturing packages, including:
• Fabrication drawings
• Assembly drawings
• Gerber and ODB++ files
• Drill files
• Pick-and-place files

Manage engineering changes, revision control, documentation, and product release activities. Lead PCB design reviews, mentor junior designers, and contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, CAD libraries, and engineering workflows. Required Qualifications Education

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Experience

• 7+ years of PCB layout and design experience with responsibility for complex multilayer printed circuit boards.
• Demonstrated expertise using Altium Designer for PCB design and layout.
• Strong knowledge of:
• PCB fabrication and assembly processes
• Material selection
• Multilayer stackup development
• Component packaging technologies

Experience with controlled impedance routing, length matching, differential pair design, and high-density component placement. Ability to interpret electrical schematics, component datasheets, interface specifications, and mechanical drawings. Working knowledge of IPC standards including:

• IPC-2221
• IPC-2222
• IPC-7351
• IPC-6012

Experience with design-rule checking, manufacturing documentation, configuration management, and revision control processes. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on schedule. Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with OrCAD, Mentor Graphics Board Station, and Windchill PLM.
• Expertise in HDI PCB design, including microvias, blind/buried vias, fine-pitch BGAs, rigid-flex, and flex circuits.
• Experience designing high-speed interfaces such as DDR, PCIe, Ethernet, USB, and related communication protocols.
• Familiarity with signal and power integrity analysis tools and simulation-driven layout techniques.
• Experience designing for EMI/EMC compliance, reliability, and environmental requirements.
• IPC Certified Interconnect Designer (CID or CID+) certification.
• Background working in aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or other high-reliability industries.
• Experience creating and maintaining CAD libraries, validated footprints, and enterprise design standards.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on technically challenging, high-reliability electronic products.
• Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Influence product development from concept through production.
• Potential opportunity to convert to a full-time direct-hire position.

Keywords: Senior PCB Design Engineer, PCB Layout Engineer, Altium Designer, High-Speed PCB Design, Multilayer PCB, Signal Integrity, Power Integrity, DFM, DFA, DFT, HDI PCB, IPC Standards, RF Design, Aerospace Electronics, Defense Electronics, Hardware Design Engineer, Canoga Park Jobs, Contract Engineering Jobs.

Meet Your Recruiter

Adnan Mansuri

About Canoga Park, CA

Discover exciting job opportunities in the vibrant area around Canoga Park, California! This dynamic region, nestled in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, offers a perfect blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. Known for its diverse culture, excellent schools, and beautiful parks like Wilbur Tampa Park, this area provides ample opportunities for growth and career advancement. Explore job listings near iconic landmarks like the Topanga Canyon State Park, enjoy delicious cuisine at local favorites like the Madrid Theatre, and immerse yourself in the arts at spots like the Canoga Park Youth Arts Center. Start your career journey here and embrace the unique charm and endless possibilities that Canoga Park has to offer! Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in this inviting locale.

Salary Notes: The compensation listed reflects the good-faith rate currently anticipated for this position and may be adjusted, where permitted by law, based on business needs, applicable qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement: Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

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