Multi-layer PCB Layout for Consumer Electronics

Job ID: 39326993

Budget: ₹400 – ₹750 INR

I am looking for an experienced hardware/PCB designer to design a custom outdoor CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) PCB that integrates a Fibocom FM350-GL 5G M.2 module (NGFF) for high-speed 5G connectivity. The PCB should support outdoor industrial-grade use and include the following features:


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Core Requirements:

1. Power & Form Factor:

Power Input: PoE (Power over Ethernet) support, compliant with IEEE 802.3af/at.

PoE should power the entire board and the 5G module.

Outdoor enclosure compatible design (IP-rated casing will be handled separately, but consider mounting points and thermal constraints).



2. Connectivity:

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port with PoE support (RJ45).

1x Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45).

1x USB 3.0 Type-A port (for diagnostics or external peripherals).

SIM card slot (preferably standard 3FF form factor) with proper routing to M.2 slot.

1x Debug UART port (for development/debugging).



3. 5G Module Integration:

M.2 NGFF Key B slot (USB 3.0 + PCIe) for Fibocom FM350-GL.

NVMe support is not required unless you mean SSD usage; please clarify (we’ll use the M.2 primarily for FM350 module).

Proper USB 3.0 and PCIe lanes routing to the module.

SIM interface connected to the FM350.



4. Power Management:

Stable power delivery for FM350 (~3.3–3.6V @ 3A recommended).

Support for power-on/off control for the module.

ESD protection, voltage regulators, thermal protection.

Deliverables:

Complete schematic design.

PCB layout (preferably 4-layer or higher depending on routing needs).

BOM (Bill of Materials) with easily sourceable components.

Gerber files and assembly-ready outputs.

3D model for enclosure integration.

Guidance on thermal management and enclosure design for outdoor use.



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Other Notes:

Target use: Industrial/IoT-grade 5G outdoor CPE.

Must consider signal integrity for high-speed interfaces (USB 3.0, PCIe, 2.5G Ethernet).

Designer must have experience in high-speed PCB layout, PoE, and RF design considerations.