Printed Circuit Board Design Engineer

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Responsibilities

This is an on-site role for an PCB Design Engineer. The PCB Design engineer will be responsible for designing printed circuit boards (PCB) for various electronic medical devices, communicating with team members about design specifications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify solutions, and providing technical support related to PCB design as needed. This position requires a keen understanding of medical device regulations, precision in design, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative and reliable solutions.

• PCB Design and Development:
• Create, design, and optimize PCB layouts, schematics, and structures tailored specifically for medical devices, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Implement best practices in PCB layout design, considering factors like signal integrity, thermal management, electromagnetic compatibility, and manufacturability.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure all PCB designs comply with relevant medical device regulations, such as IEC 60601 and ISO 13485, as well as country-specific regulatory standards (FDA, CE, etc.).
• Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory guidelines and update designs accordingly to ensure continued compliance.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, embedded systems engineers, mechanical engineers, and product designers to understand project requirements and contribute to the overall system design.
• Effectively communicate design concepts, constraints, and technical details to team members and stakeholders.
• Component Selection and Integration:
• Identify and select appropriate electronic components for PCB designs, considering performance, reliability, and compatibility with medical device requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source components and ensure their seamless integration into the PCB design.
• Prototyping and Testing Support:
• Assist in the fabrication of PCB prototypes, support testing procedures, and participate in validation activities to verify the functionality and performance of the PCB designs.
• Troubleshoot and address any design-related issues during prototype testing.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Prepare detailed documentation, including schematic diagrams, technical specifications, bill of materials (BOM), design verification reports, and assembly instructions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for design revisions and changes throughout the development lifecycle.
• Disseminate knowledge and good practices through courses, events, demos, visits, and exhibitions.

• Note:

  The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are indicative and may vary depending on the specific needs of the employing organization and the complexity of the medical devices being developed.

Qualifications

• Expertise in using various software required for PCB design such as Altium Designer, Eagle, or similar
• Proficiency in designing multi-layer PCBs according to design specifications and ensuring design quality
• Experience with generating design rules, Gerber files for PCB fabrication, and assembly files for PCB assembly
• Ability to collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and software teams and communicate technical requirements for PCB design.
• Good understanding of PCB manufacturing processes, assembly processes, and testing methodology
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in PCB design
• In-depth knowledge of medical device regulations, particularly IEC 60601 and ISO 13485.
• Strong understanding of PCB layout principles, signal integrity, EMI/EMC considerations, and thermal management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and with management.
• Experience with product development life cycle, design control processes, and product documentation is a plus