Submit your best PCB design to the Technology Innovation Awards
Welcome to the most prestigious design contest in PCB—the 30th Technology Innovation Awards by Siemens! Started in 1988, and formerly known as Mentor’s Technology Leadership Awards, this program is the longest-running competition of its kind in the EDA industry. It recognizes engineers and CAD designers who use Siemens innovative technology to address today’s complex electronics systems design challenges and produce industry-leading products.
This year, entrants will be able to submit their design accomplishments in any of seven categories representing a wide variety of design types:
- Dense high-speed digital
- RF/microwave
- Power supply
- Mixed A/D/RF
- Device under test
- Back plane
- Multi-board system
Critical dates:
- Competition open: November 15th, 2023
- Competition close: January 17th, 2024
- Winners announced: March 15th, 2024
Additional information about the contest can be found on the FAQ page. If you have any questions, send us an email.
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