US_East | Connectivity & Network Engineer_L4

Board Electrical Characterization EngineerThe Senior PCBA Electrical Board Characterization Engineer leads electrical characterization, validation, and debug of complex PCBAs incorporating high-speed interfaces such as PCIe and DDR memory. This role owns end-to-end electrical sign-off for boards, and acts as a technical authority for signal integrity, power integrity, and compliance readiness, working closely with design, layout, SI/PI, firmware, and system teams.Key Responsibilities:Own electrical characterization strategy and execution for complex, multi-layer PCBAs with high-speed interfaces like PCIe, DDRDrive root-cause analysis of high-speed failures, recommending design or layout corrective actionsLead PDN and power integrity characterizationEvaluate power consumption and thermal interaction under functional and stress conditionsLead board bring-up for first-silicon and early prototype boardsDebug complex electrical issues using advanced lab equipmentPartner with firmware and system teams to resolve cross-domain issues impacting electrical performanceLead pre-compliance EMI/EMC electrical investigations, identifying root causes and mitigation strategiesSupport regulatory and electrical compliance readiness, ensuring designs meet margin and robustness targetsRequired Skills & Experience:Deep hands-on experience in PCBA electrical characterization and validationProven expertise in PCIe and DDR high-speed interface validationStrong foundation in signal integrity and power integrity analysisAdvanced debug skills using high-speed lab instrumentationAbility to review and interpret schematics and PCB layouts using tools such as OrCAD, Allegro, Altium, ValorExperience defining test methodologies, automation approaches, and repeatable validation flowsBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related fieldTypically 8–12+ years of experience in PCBA validation, characterization, or high-speed hardware engineering