Library PCB Manager

Role & responsibilities

Lead and manage PCB component libraries across ECAD tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, Siemens/Mentor Xpedition, and Zuken.

• Establish and enforce library standards, governance processes, naming conventions, quality controls, and best practices.
• Create, review, and approve schematic symbols, PCB footprints, and 3D models while ensuring compliance with IPC standards and manufacturing requirements.
• Manage customer-specific library requirements and ensure adherence to individual customer standards and processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 15+ library engineers, driving performance, capability development, and delivery excellence.
• Ensure component data accuracy, including electrical parameters, package information, lifecycle status, and approved manufacturer/vendor details.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to support new product development and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, process optimization, audits, and library governance initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

Strong expertise in PCB Library Management and Component Engineering.

• Hands-on experience with Altium 365, Cadence Allegro EDM/CIS, and Siemens Xpedition EDM.

• Thorough understanding of IPC standards (IPC-7351, IPC-2221, IPC-A-610)

• Experience managing customer-specific component libraries and enterprise library systems.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and cross functional collaboration skills.

• Experience driving governance, quality improvement, and automation initiatives.