Senior PCB Designer

Join Kyocera International, Inc. 

We’re hiring a Senior PCB Designer at our San Diego, CA location!

Join a stable, long-term opportunity where your work matters. We’re hiring a Senior PCB Designer to support production and ensure high-quality output in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Pay Range - $95,000.00 to $123,852.00 annually (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills.)

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, Medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!     

Look at these PERKS!      

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement 

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off to volunteer, paid leave options, tuition reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens! 

We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.    

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/. Our company motto is “Do the right thing as a human being,” and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.    

Exempt: Yes
Safety Sensitive: No
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Under limited direction, independently performs advanced PCB design and engineering support activities requiring the application of specialized technical knowledge in electronic circuit design, signal integrity, manufacturability, and product development. Serves as a technical lead on complex projects, exercising significant discretion and independent judgment in developing PCB design solutions, evaluating design alternatives, and resolving technical challenges that impact product performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability.

REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline preferred. Advanced technical knowledge in PCB design, signal integrity, and electronic product development required. Equivalent combination of advanced education and progressively responsible technical experience may be considered.

6+ years of experience as mechanical drafter/designer or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Electronic or telecommunications industry preferred.

Advanced knowledge of drafting techniques, CAD software, design rules, procedures and documentation systems required.

Proficiency in one or more PCB CAD tools (Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/or CAD, Siemens Xpedition, or KiCad). AutoCAD/Inventor or SolidWorks preferred.

Preferred IPC CID/CID+ certification.

Ability to apply advanced knowledge of practical, mechanical and fabrication problems.

Able to interact with customers on a limited basis.

High-speed routing and controlled impedance design.

Ability to apply advanced knowledge of practical, mechanical and fabrication problems.

Able to interact with customers on a limited basis.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.

Ability to manage multiple projects

Ability to work in a clean room environment and wear proper PPE.

Ability to work in a fast-paced lab environment and meet deadlines.

Travel may be required up to 10%.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Independently develops PCB design solutions and technical implementation plans for complex electronic products, determining layout methodologies, routing approaches, and design strategies to meet engineering and customer requirements.
2. Uses databases and/or software programs, such as CAD/CAM software, to post and update transactions, design complex packages, data conversion, prepare artwork and otherwise support design functions.
3. Performs advanced technical analyses involving signal integrity, impedance control, manufacturability, reliability, and product performance. Evaluates design trade-offs and implements solutions requiring significant independent technical judgment.
4. Functions as a technical lead on assigned projects, providing design direction, technical guidance, project coordination, and engineering support to achieve product development objectives.
5. Demonstrates creativity in meeting design rules to accomplish a given design.
6. Assumes technical ownership of assigned PCB designs from concept through release, making independent technical decisions and recommendations throughout the design lifecycle.
7. Responsible for ensuring conformance to company quality system, working with an engineer, manager, or technical staff supervisor. Must be well versed with design rules, procedures, documentation systems, and related processes within the company.
8. Provides technical mentorship, training, and professional development guidance to junior designers while promoting adherence to engineering standards and design best practices.
9. Coordinates with other internal departments affected by design development.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time.  This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.