PCB Designer (Zuken)

PCB Designer (with Zuken) (hybrid) – London - £45-50 per hour Umbrella – 6 month Contract
Primary Purpose:
The PCB Designer will join our client’s team and play a crucial role in supporting the design and development of high-reliability PCBs on next generation power feeding equipment used in cutting-edge solutions for Power Feeding Equipment which provides high voltage power to subsea fibre optic networks.
Primary Responsibilities:
Parts Library Management:
Create and maintain a comprehensive parts library in the CR5000/CR8000 database.
Component Design:
Develop component shapes, symbols, and layouts as requested by hardware design engineers.
Schematic Capture and PCB Layout:
Collaborate closely with hardware design engineers to execute schematic capture and PCB layout.
DFx Analysis:
Conduct thorough Design for Excellence (DFx) analysis to optimise PCB designs.
Design Rules:
Establish layout Design Rules for automatic checking, ensuring design compliance and efficiency.
Manufacturing Data:
Generate and maintain all PCB and PBA manufacturing data, Bills of Materials (BoMs), and drawings.
Manufacturing Support:
Respond to PCB fab Design for Manufacturability (DFM) analysis and manufacturing queries to ensure seamless production.
3D Model Export:
Export 3D models to MCAD (Creo) for a comprehensive view of the design.
Requirements:
Electronics/Electrical Engineering diploma or equivalent qualification.
Minimum 3 years' experience in a relevant R&D department in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in PCB CAD Zuken CR5000/CR8000
Familiarity with relevant IPC standards - preferred
In-depth understanding of PCB fabrication and PBA manufacturing processes.
Experience in designing boards for high voltage and/or high current applications.