Principal PCB Layout Engineer

Brief Summary:

• Lead advanced PCB layout and integration activities for complex, high-performance electronic systems. Deliver reliable proof-of-concept designs through cross-functional collaboration, technical leadership and rigorous design optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCB assembly layout activities from initial board concepts and laboratory demonstrations through to production-intent designs. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical and thermal engineers to integrate liquid cooling, heatsinks, busbars and connectors. Define board stack-up strategies, component placement, routing and optimisation for high-current and high-speed applications. Establish layout processes for high-voltage and power designs in accordance with relevant safety and compliance requirements. Promote best practices in signal integrity, power integrity, electromagnetic interference and compatibility, thermal performance, design for manufacture and design for test. Conduct design reviews and provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects. Work with PCB fabricators and assembly partners to develop cost-effective, manufacturable and optimised prototypes. Support safety, compliance and reliability activities throughout the design lifecycle. Research and implement PCB assembly technologies for laboratory demonstrations and product integration. Improve layout methodologies, tools and technical practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline. At least 6 years of experience in PCB layout design. Proven experience leading layouts for complex multilayer PCBs and managing design review processes. Advanced proficiency with PCB design tools such as OrCAD, PADS, Altium Designer or Cadence Allegro. Strong knowledge of high-current power routing, creepage and clearance, high-voltage design, differential-pair routing, controlled impedance, high-speed interfaces, electromagnetic compatibility and design for manufacturability. Practical experience with power electronics, including AC/DC and DC/DC converters, as well as controllers such as FPGAs, DSPs and MCUs. Experience with power modules, gallium nitride, silicon carbide, liquid-cooled electronics or high-density interconnect technologies is advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively with technical stakeholders.