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JULY 2021 I SMT007 MAGAZINE 103 Career Opportunities CAD/CAM Engineer Summary of Functions The CAD/CAM engineer is responsible for reviewing cus- tomer supplied data and drawings, performing design rule checks and creating manufacturing data, programs, and tools required for the manufacture of PCB. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Import customer data into various CAM systems. • Perform design rule checks and edit data to comply with manufacturing guidelines. • Create array configurations, route, and test programs, penalization and output data for production use. • Work with process engineers to evaluate and provide strategy for advanced processing as needed. • Itemize and correspond to design issues with customers. • Other duties as assigned. Organizational Relationship Reports to the engineering manager. Coordinates activi- ties with all departments, especially manufacturing. Qualifications • A college degree or 5 years' experience is required. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with people is essential. • Printed circuit board manufacturing knowledge. • Experience using CAM tooling software, Orbotech GenFlex®. Physical Demands Ability to communicate verbally with management and coworkers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is help- ful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare documents. CAM / Process Engineer The JHU/APL PCB Fabrication team is seeking a Computer Aided Manufacturing Engineer to support front-end data processing of APL manufactured hardware. You will directly contribute to hardware fabrication in support of National Security, Military Readiness, Space Exploration, National Health, and Research related to fundamental scientific advancement. This position includes a variable mix of core CAM work scope with additional opportunities for hands-on support such as bare board electrical testing, laser drilling, and mechanical CNC drilling and routing. Responsibilities: 1. Computer Aided Manufacturing for rigid PCB, rigid-flex, and flexible circuits a) Perform design checks, panel layout, coupon generation, file generation, stackups b) Support manufacturability reviews with internal APL engineers (customers) c) Generate work travelers d) Communicate status to supervisors and internal customers 2. Support transition of software tools (Genesis 2000 to InCAM Pro) a) Edit design rules checks and generate automation scripts b) Develop new ideas to further the technical progress of our product c) Develop CAM area through continuous improvement initiatives 3. Interface and inform APL Engineers on PCB design for manufacturing guidelines 4. Operate bare board electrical tester 5. Backup operator for CNC drilling, routing, laser drilling (on-site training) For more details and to apply: jhuapl.edu/careers and search for CAM.