CAD & Component Engineer (M/F)

Job Description

As part of the development of our activities in the canton of Vaud, we are looking for a CAD & Component Engineer (M/F). Reporting to a technical manager, your main responsibilities will include:

CAD Engineering

• Manage PCB design environments, CAD tools, libraries, and license infrastructure.
• Generate complete manufacturing documentation packages (Gerbers, ODB++, fabrication drawings, assembly files).
• Create and maintain PCB components, symbols, footprints, and part numbers.
• Perform PCB layout modifications using Mentor Graphics and/or Cadence tools.
• Support PCB integrity and design verification activities.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to understand placement, routing constraints, and design intent.
• Ensure CAD tools and libraries remain compliant, qualified, and available for engineering teams.

PCB Subcontractor Management

• Act as the main interface with external PCB layout subcontractors.
• Define and communicate design rules and routing constraints.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate routing activities with hardware development teams.

Component Engineering

• Manage component lifecycle and obsolescence monitoring using dedicated tools such as SiliconExpert.
• Generate lifecycle, risk, and obsolescence reports for engineering teams.
• Identify and propose alternative components in case of obsolescence or supply chain risks.
• Perform Form-Fit-Function (FFF) analyses and support qualification activities.
• Support engineering teams in selecting sustainable and long-term component solutions.

Profile

You hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and have significant experience in electronic hardware development environments.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of industrial experience.
• Strong experience with Mentor Graphics and/or Cadence environments.
• Experience managing PCB manufacturing documentation.
• Good understanding of electronic hardware development processes.
• Experience with component lifecycle and obsolescence management.
• Familiarity with SiliconExpert or similar tools.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and international teams.

Languages

• Fluent English is mandatory.

Why Join Us

• Continuous support for skill development.
• An ecosystem that encourages stepping out of your comfort zone.
• The opportunity to become a shareholder.
• Engagement in social and community projects.
• A dedicated parental support policy.

Fortil is committed to equal opportunities. All our positions are open to people with disabilities, regardless of gender, origin, or sexual orientation.

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