ECAD Librarian (PCB Designer / ECAD Technician)

About the role

KLA's Central Engineering organization, which supports its Semiconductor Products and Customers business unit, is looking for an ECAD Librarian in Ann Arbor. The role creates, maintains and manages electronic component libraries in ECAD software, ensures compliance with industry standards and works with engineering teams to support PCB design.

Key responsibilities

• Create, update and maintain accurate electronic component libraries in ECAD software, managing the lifecycle of components so each part is correctly represented.
• Work with hardware engineers and other stakeholders to ensure components meet design standards, and carry out library audits and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure libraries comply with industry standards such as JEDEC and IPC, keeping up with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Research new components and technologies, integrate them into the library and keep it current.
• Provide training on library management and help develop design tools and processes.

Required profile

• Preferred: 3-5 years of experience with ECAD libraries, 3D modeling and basic drafting.
• Minimum qualification: Master's degree with no related work experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related experience, or equivalent.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of ECAD tools and software, including ORCAD and Allegro.
• 3D modeling and basic drafting.
• Analytical skills to check component data accuracy.
• Good communication skills for collaboration with engineers.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or Perl is beneficial.

What we offer

• Base pay range of $57,800 to $98,300 annually.
• Possible performance incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave.