Design Engineer III

About PCB Piezotronics, Inc.

PCB manufactures sensors used by design engineers and predictive maintenance professionals to test and measure vibration, pressure, force, acoustics, load and shock for test, measurement, monitoring and control requirements. Our sensors support testing in aerospace and defense, automotive, transportation, civil engineering, and general R&D industries. PCB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation. With a focus on Total Customer Satisfaction for both our internal and external customers, we have a strong and ongoing commitment to being a great place to work! Learn more about our team | |

More Reasons to Join the Team

PCB offers a highly collaborative and team-based atmosphere. Total Customer Satisfaction, for internal and external customers alike, is at the heart of our business and guides our interactions every day. Social events and opportunities are hosted throughout the year aimed to develop internal relationships and promote a culture focused on collaboration and teamwork. PCB also provides all full-time team members with 100% employer paid medical premiums for you and your family, a competitive PTO package and 10 company paid holidays.

As a skilled MEMS Design Engineer III with PCB Piezotronics, Inc, you will drive the design and development of next-generation MEMS devices, such as accelerometers and pressure sensors. These devices have groundbreaking applications in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and defense, providing critical sensing and measurement capabilities. In this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with leading companies in these sectors, contributing directly to the advancement of technology.

Additional Duties:

• Lead the design, analysis, and characterization of MEMS devices, focusing primarily on piezoresistive sensors, with potential work on capacitive and piezoelectric devices.

• Utilize layout software, preferably L-Edit, for wafer mask layout.

• Conduct comprehensive data analysis, design experiments, and develop meaningful conclusions to advance device innovation.

• Leverage Finite Element Analysis tools, preferably ANSYS, for device optimization and validation.

• Collaborate with fabrication teams to tackle semiconductor wafer processing and backend processing challenges, with a focus on creating manufacturable designs.

• Contribute to the design of the die packaging to ensure robust integration and performance in final product applications.

• Spearhead the development and testing of MEMS devices, employing advanced test and measurement techniques to ensure product excellence.

• We have a strong preference for person to be located near our Silicon Valley location; however, remote work may be considered for the ideal candidate not residing in the area, with the expectation of traveling to Silicon Valley regularly for team collaboration and project milestones.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Physics

Experience:

• 5+ years in MEMS accelerometer or pressure sensor design

• MEMS mask Layout

• Finite Element Analysis

Travel Requirements: As Needed

Additional Benefits:

• 100% Company Paid Medical Insurance Premiums

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Company funded HSA or HRA Accounts

• Employer paid basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401k Company Match

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations

This position requires access to “controlled technology” as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730 et. seq.) and “technical data” as defined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 C.F.R, Chapter 1, Subchapter M). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work.

Equal Employment Statement

PCB Piezotronics is an equal opportunity employer and as such takes affirmative steps to safeguard employees and applicants from discrimination on the basis of protected class status, including race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, political affiliation, or any other impermissible basis.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

PCB Piezotronics is committed to workplace diversity and fostering a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging across our organization. We promote and maintain a culture of respect and appreciation of differences in our employees. Employees are valued, respected and encouraged to be their unique selves.