LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - PRINCIPAL ENGR. TECHNOLOGIST - Lead Printed Wiring Board (PWB) Designer at Swri Structural Geology & Geomechanics in San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area | Kablio

Role

Description

pcb development

library generation

pwb design

avionics integration

customer proposals

team collaboration

Will work in a team environment as well as independently to complete assigned tasks with minimum supervision.
Work with multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D program in support of national security.
Development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and Library component generation.
Lead other designers in the development of PWB designs for avionics systems. Participate in proposals and customer meetings.
Collaborate directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for PCBs in support of MIL-SPEC avionics flight electronic hardware.

Requirements

bachelors

10+ years

mentor pads

xpedition

pwb design

signal integrity

Requires a Bachelors degree Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, Aeronautics Technology or a High School diploma/equivalent or an Associates degree with continued education, certifications, and 25 years related experience.
10+ years: Those with a Bachelors degree require 10-15 years of experience in printed wiring board design.
Interconnect principles and practices designing low level and complex PWB designs is desired.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.
25 years: Those without a Bachelors degree will require 25 years of advanced working knowledge of Mentor Graphics PADS Professional, and/or Xpedition with printed wiring board design.
Requires PWB design experience to support integrated product team design reviews of drawings and other relevant technical data in support of avionic designs.
Basic understanding of configuration management and electronic development methods are required. A good understanding of Signal Integrity as well as a good mechanical aptitude is desired. Prior knowledge of IPC standards, Digital, Mixed Signal, and RF electronics PWB designs.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

government security investigation for classified information access
must be a u.s. citizen

Company

Overview

With decades of experience, SWRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics provides innovative solutions for geotechnical challenges.
Their team works on large-scale projects across energy, infrastructure, and natural resources, applying cutting-edge techniques.
Their deep expertise spans from geomechanical analysis to structural geological modeling, offering both research and consultancy.
The company is known for its high-impact projects in complex geological environments, such as oilfields and mining sites.
One standout project involved evaluating the impact of subsurface pressures on energy extraction, providing vital data to optimize efficiency.
They specialize in risk analysis and ground stability assessments, ensuring safety in critical infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

Field investigations of mechanical stratigraphy and natural deformation in sedimentary strata.
2D and 3D geometric and kinematic modeling, balancing, and restoration with seismic interpretation.
Physical analog modeling of geologic structures using dynamic structured light for digital terrain analyses.
Stress analysis using 3DStress® for fault and fracture tendencies.
2D and 3D geomechanical modeling for subsurface stress prediction and hydraulic fracturing simulation.
Field and classroom training for reservoir characterization and performance insights.

Environment + Sustainability

4 MW Electricity

Supercritical CO2 Plant

Generating power using supercritical CO2 technology to reduce environmental impact.

27,000 RPM

Turbine Speed

Achieved full design speed, demonstrating advanced turbine capabilities.

2.3 T Hydrogen

Clean Hydrogen Production

Continuously producing clean hydrogen for thousands of hours.

2023 Vehicle Completion

Zero Emission Engine

Targeting zero or near-zero emissions in heavy-duty vehicles.

Developing gas-turbine combustion systems using low- and zero-carbon fuels (hydrogen, propane, renewable diesel)
Building a high-temperature tubular membrane CO₂ separator for industrial carbon capture
Developing advanced chemical recycling facility for post-consumer plastics via pyrolysis and catalysis, booked through end-2025
Developed methane burner (99.5% destruction) reducing greenhouse gas leaks under ARPA-E’s REMEDY program
Project Z: techno-economic modeling toward onsite zero-carbon electricity generation and roadmap for net-zero power

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly stated DEI strategy or gender-related statistics found for SwRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics on provided sources.

Articles

SWRI Geological Services Overview

LinkedIn - SWRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics

Role

Description

pcb development

library generation

pwb design

avionics integration

customer proposals

team collaboration

Will work in a team environment as well as independently to complete assigned tasks with minimum supervision.
Work with multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D program in support of national security.
Development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and Library component generation.
Lead other designers in the development of PWB designs for avionics systems. Participate in proposals and customer meetings.
Collaborate directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for PCBs in support of MIL-SPEC avionics flight electronic hardware.

Requirements

bachelors

10+ years

mentor pads

xpedition

pwb design

signal integrity

Requires a Bachelors degree Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, Aeronautics Technology or a High School diploma/equivalent or an Associates degree with continued education, certifications, and 25 years related experience.
10+ years: Those with a Bachelors degree require 10-15 years of experience in printed wiring board design.
Interconnect principles and practices designing low level and complex PWB designs is desired.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.
25 years: Those without a Bachelors degree will require 25 years of advanced working knowledge of Mentor Graphics PADS Professional, and/or Xpedition with printed wiring board design.
Requires PWB design experience to support integrated product team design reviews of drawings and other relevant technical data in support of avionic designs.
Basic understanding of configuration management and electronic development methods are required. A good understanding of Signal Integrity as well as a good mechanical aptitude is desired. Prior knowledge of IPC standards, Digital, Mixed Signal, and RF electronics PWB designs.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

government security investigation for classified information access
must be a u.s. citizen

Company

Overview

With decades of experience, SWRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics provides innovative solutions for geotechnical challenges.
Their team works on large-scale projects across energy, infrastructure, and natural resources, applying cutting-edge techniques.
Their deep expertise spans from geomechanical analysis to structural geological modeling, offering both research and consultancy.
The company is known for its high-impact projects in complex geological environments, such as oilfields and mining sites.
One standout project involved evaluating the impact of subsurface pressures on energy extraction, providing vital data to optimize efficiency.
They specialize in risk analysis and ground stability assessments, ensuring safety in critical infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

Field investigations of mechanical stratigraphy and natural deformation in sedimentary strata.
2D and 3D geometric and kinematic modeling, balancing, and restoration with seismic interpretation.
Physical analog modeling of geologic structures using dynamic structured light for digital terrain analyses.
Stress analysis using 3DStress® for fault and fracture tendencies.
2D and 3D geomechanical modeling for subsurface stress prediction and hydraulic fracturing simulation.
Field and classroom training for reservoir characterization and performance insights.

Environment + Sustainability

4 MW Electricity

Supercritical CO2 Plant

Generating power using supercritical CO2 technology to reduce environmental impact.

27,000 RPM

Turbine Speed

Achieved full design speed, demonstrating advanced turbine capabilities.

2.3 T Hydrogen

Clean Hydrogen Production

Continuously producing clean hydrogen for thousands of hours.

2023 Vehicle Completion

Zero Emission Engine

Targeting zero or near-zero emissions in heavy-duty vehicles.

Developing gas-turbine combustion systems using low- and zero-carbon fuels (hydrogen, propane, renewable diesel)
Building a high-temperature tubular membrane CO₂ separator for industrial carbon capture
Developing advanced chemical recycling facility for post-consumer plastics via pyrolysis and catalysis, booked through end-2025
Developed methane burner (99.5% destruction) reducing greenhouse gas leaks under ARPA-E’s REMEDY program
Project Z: techno-economic modeling toward onsite zero-carbon electricity generation and roadmap for net-zero power

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly stated DEI strategy or gender-related statistics found for SwRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics on provided sources.

Articles

SWRI Geological Services Overview

LinkedIn - SWRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics