PCB Layout Engineer

June 2, 2026

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Overview <a href="https://www.keysight.com/us/en/about.html" target="_blank" style="color: #e90029;" rel="noopener">Keysight</a> is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykxkSz5DlPo&t=16s" target="_blank" style="color: #e90029;" rel="noopener">about what we do.</a>Our <a href="https://jobs.keysight.com/awards" target="_blank" style="color: #e90029;" rel="noopener">award-winning</a> culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Responsibilities <ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Design complex, 30+ layer PCB with multiple high density BGAs using Cadence Allegro</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Build symbols, develop stackups, prescribe pin swaps, import netlist and constraints, familiar with Cadence CM front to back flow</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Check peer designs and library symbols</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Take input from and negotiate changes with electrical and mechanical design engineers during development</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Interface with suppliers to resolve manufacturing related issues</li></ul> Qualifications <ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Advanced Cadence Allegro skills; familiar with CAM 350, OrCad or comparable tools</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with mixed signal high speed digital 100MHZ to 53GHz, 54G to 224G, PAM4</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with design rule checks (DRC), layout versus schematic checks, and library management</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for test (DFT)</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with DDR2/DDR4/DDR5 DRAM, 2+ Gbps serial interfaces, LVDS, split power planes, impedance control and matched trace lengths</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Familiar with fabrication and assembly processes and materials</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">4+ years of experience in PCB design</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledgeable of electronics</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Willing to adjust current practices to conform to company standards and methods</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Committed to accuracy, quality and meeting commitments</li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English</li></ul> <a href="https://about.keysight.com/en/jobs/careers_privacy_statement.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Careers Privacy Statement</a> Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. The level of role and salary will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below. California Pay Range: MIN $114,620 - MAX $191,030 Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region. US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:- Medical, dental and vision- Health Savings Account- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts- Life, Accident, Disability insurance- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health- 401(k) Plan- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays- Paid Family Leave- Discounts, Perks- Tuition Reimbursement- Adoption Assistance- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

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