Design Engineer, PCB, DFM

Creation Technologies

. Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) assessments for printed circuit board assemblies .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) assessments for printed circuit board assemblies
Use Siemens Valor NPI and related tools for automated manufacturability analysis
Develop, maintain, and improve DFM rule sets aligned with IPC standards, fabrication capabilities, assembly processes, and customer requirements
Review Gerber, ODB++, BOM, centroid, assembly drawing, and fabrication data packages
Lead DFM review meetings with manufacturing, process engineering, quality, and customers
Prepare DFM reports, technical presentations, and executive summaries
Stay informed about emerging technologies, tools, and standards
Develop complex multilayer PCB layouts from approved schematics using Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or equivalent tools
Create PCB stack-ups, placement strategies, routing topologies, and design constraints
Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to implement design intent and optimize manufacturability and cost
Generate fabrication and assembly deliverables, including Gerber, ODB++, IPC-2581, pick-and-place files, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and manufacturing documentation
Perform layout reviews and design verification for company standards, IPC requirements, and customer specifications
Maintain PCB footprint libraries, design rules, and layout standards
Create and maintain CAD structures for symbol and footprint libraries
Manage CAD tool licenses and support interfaces
Generate bills of materials from schematic and layout databases
Import schematics or netlists into layout CAD tools for routing and verification
Collaborate with responsible engineers and mechanical teams to support compliance and prototype builds
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or Data Management desired, but equivalent technical expertise accepted
10+ years of PCB layout experience in a manufacturing or electronics development environment
5+ years of experience supporting PCB fabrication, PCBA assembly, or DFM activities
Extensive experience designing multilayer, high-density PCB layouts from completed electrical schematics
Experience with PCB EDA tools, mainly Altium
Familiarity with Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, or PADS is a plus
Expertise in PCB layout and design principles, including signal integrity, thermal management, and component placement
Proficiency in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) tools such as Siemens Valor NPI
Understanding of IPC-2221, IPC-7351, IPC-A-610, IPC-6012, and IPC-J-STD-001 is preferred
Familiarity with PCB fabrication suppliers and their capabilities
Advanced knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes and production flow
Advanced knowledge of electronics component design
Ability to interpret Gerber data, BOMs, and DFM reports
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
Effective communication in technical and team settings
Design for Test (DFT) experience is an asset but not required
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally
Ability to use required PPE and/or electrostatic dissipative protection when visiting Creation sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonuses
Range of benefits for full-time employees
Remote work flexibility
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities
Occasional travel opportunities