We are looking for a Senior HW Engineer – PCB Layout to join a growing deep-tech engineering team developing advanced computing and high-performance electronic systems.
The Senior HW Engineer – PCB Layout will take ownership of complex PCB layouts, working closely with hardware, signal integrity and mechanical engineers.
The Senior HW Engineer – PCB Layout will play a key role in taking products from schematic capture through to manufacturing release.
What the Role Entails
- Own PCB layout activities from schematic handoff through to fabrication release.
- Design high-layer-count, high-speed PCBs using constraint-driven design methodologies.
- Develop stack-ups and HDI structures for complex electronic systems.
- Implement controlled impedance routing, differential pairs, length matching and phase matching requirements.
- Support BGA breakout and placement for large FPGAs, ASICs and fine-pitch devices.
- Translate SI/PI requirements into practical layout constraints.
- Work closely with hardware, mechanical and manufacturing teams to optimise design performance and manufacturability.
- Produce manufacturing outputs including Gerber files, ODB++, drill files, fabrication notes and assembly documentation.
- Lead DFM, DFA and DFT reviews.
- Act as the primary technical contact for PCB fabricators and assembly partners.
- Manage PCB libraries, CAD standards, footprints and design templates.
- Support product development from early prototypes through to volume manufacture.
Essential Requirements
- Extensive PCB layout experience on complex, high-speed electronic products.
- Proven experience delivering multilayer PCB designs into production.
- Strong experience with Cadence Allegro or Altium Designer.
- Experience designing HDI PCBs using technologies such as:
- Microvias
- Via-in-pad
- Stacked or staggered vias
- Back-drilling
- Experience with BGA breakout and placement of large, fine-pitch devices including FPGAs and ASICs.
- Strong understanding of high-speed design practices including:
- Controlled impedance routing
- Differential pair routing
- Length matching
- Signal integrity considerations
- Knowledge of IPC standards and PCB manufacturing requirements.
- Experience generating complete manufacturing documentation and release packages.
- Understanding of DFM, DFA and DFT principles.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience with ultra-high-speed digital interfaces.
- Experience working alongside SI/PI simulation engineers.
- Knowledge of FPGA-based hardware platforms.
- Experience with RF, microwave or mixed-signal PCB design.
- Experience with rigid-flex PCB technology.
- ECAD/MCAD collaboration experience.
- Thermal management and mechanical integration experience.
- Experience creating PCB libraries, design standards and CAD processes.
- Background working in high-performance computing, telecommunications, aerospace, defence or advanced technology sectors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Hybrid working.
- Pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Income protection insurance.
- Electric vehicle scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology products.
- Exposure to the full product lifecycle from concept through to production.
Senior Hardware Enigneer in Oxford employer: IC Resources
Join a forward-thinking semiconductor company that values innovation and excellence in digital design. With a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional growth, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment where your leadership will directly impact the success of complex ASIC/FPGA projects. Located in a vibrant tech hub, this role offers unique opportunities to shape methodologies and drive cutting-edge solutions while enjoying a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development.
