Electrical Engineer (Component Library)

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer (Component Library) will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and managing libraries of electronic components used in printed circuit board (PCB) design. Work independently to develop and maintain Component database, Component obsolesce management, component risk assessments and advise other team members about their use and maintenance. They work closely with design engineers, procurement teams, and manufacturing personnel to select, evaluate, and qualify components that meet the system's requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Guide team members in selecting appropriate components based on engineering requirements.
• Research and identify components that meet specifications, performance, and cost constraints.
• Possess technical expertise in reading schematics, drawings, and datasheets.
• Interface with manufacturers and suppliers to source components.
• Inspect alternative components to improve quality, reliability, and cost.
• Understand scientific techniques related to physics of failure and component analysis.
• Have knowledge of components with specific life and temperature requirements, including PCB build process. Manage all aspects of component selection, production, qualification, obsolescence, and documentation.
• Create and maintain component library databases, schematic symbols, and component land patterns. 
• Demonstrate proficiency with design tools like Altium, Cadence Allegro, or Mentor Graphics Expedition.
• Design and create accurate footprints/Cells for various electronic components, considering factors like package type, pin spacing, and manufacturing tolerances. Develop schematic symbols that accurately represent component behavior and pin connections.
• Organize and maintain component libraries for easy navigation and compatibility.
• Review and verify the accuracy of component libraries, identifying and correcting errors.
• Collaborate with PCB designers, engineers, and manufacturing teams to address component-related issues.
• Execute on schedules for part creation requests and Library creation process.
• Develop and adhere to construction and task schedules.
• Knowledge of various soldering processes - e.g. Wave Soldering, SMT Reflow soldering etc.
• Experience with IEEE standards for schematic symbol creation, cell creation, and padstack creation as per IPC SM-7351.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve technical issues with limited or no supervision.
• Construction and Task schedule development and adherence.
• The electronics industry is constantly evolving, so staying updated with new components and technologies is essential.

Requirements:

• BSEE or equivalent
• 4-5 years of hardware board/product development experience 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. 

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

•  Customer Focus

•  Operational Excellence

•  High-Performance Culture

•  Innovation

•  Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

•  Own It

•  Act With Urgency

•  Foster a Customer-First Mindset

•  Think Big and Execute

•  Lead by Example

•  Drive Continuous Improvement

•  Learn and Seek Out Development

About Vertiv

Vertiv is a $6.9 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company.  We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services.  Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.      

Work Authorization

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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