Senior PCB Engineer

We're seeking an experienced Printed Circuits Board (PCB) Material Science Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. As a seasoned professional with a strong background in material science, chemistry, and engineering, you will provide expert guidance and support to our engineering team and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead research, development and implementation of high-volume manufacturing of high layer count PCBs.
• Lead research and development of new PCB technologies, interconnect structures, and materials required for new products, product performance improvements, and cost reductions, ahead of engineering demand.
• Own the development of PCB technology and material roadmaps based on engineering requirements and next-generation product needs.
• Provide PCB technology support to Engineering Teams, Signal Integrity, PCB Design, PCB Sourcing, and Operations Engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with PCB manufacturers and laminate material suppliers supporting NVIDIA PCB designs.
• Define and optimize PCB stack-ups to maximize reliability while incorporating cost-avoidance strategies.
• Lead engagement with the PCB supply base to ensure capability and readiness to meet roadmap requirements and qualify suppliers for new technologies and materials.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Chemistry, Materials Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with 10 + years of experience in PCB design, fabrication, and materials. OEM system-level PCB and backplane experience is highly desirable.
• Extensive expertise across PCB technologies, with a strong background in R&D of laminate materials, PCB interconnect structures, related chemistries, and fabrication processes.
• Deep understanding of the PCB supplier base and raw material sourcing ecosystem.
• Proven expertise in HDI, high-layer-count PCBs, materials, and signal-integrity challenges for high-speed (25 Gbps+) designs.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with hardware and signal integrity engineering teams, and to build strong, trusted cross-functional relationships.
• Self-starter who can operate with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership and verbal/written communication skills