PCB Layout Designer 3

Chipton-Ross, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross, Inc. is seeking a Staff PCB Layout Designer in Cincinnati, OH to execute placement and routing of complex, high-density PCBs including high-speed digital, RF, and mixed-signal circuits.

The role requires 8+ years with PCB layout using Xpedition, familiarity with IPC standards, and collaboration with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and test teams to ensure reliability and manufacturability. On-site, 6-month contract, rate up to $105.87/hr DOE.

Qualifications

• 8+ years with Bachelor's; 6+ with Masters; 4+ with PhD in related field.
• On-site full-time work at Cincinnati, OH location.
• Minimum 8+ years' experience designing PCBs with HDI, multi-layer layouts.

Responsibilities

• Execute placement and routing of complex, high-density PCBs including high-speed and RF circuits.
• Interpret schematics and mechanical constraints to optimize layouts for performance and manufacturability.
• Create fabrication/docs packets for procurement and assembly partners.
• Apply IPC/high-reliability standards and collaborate across electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams.
• Support DFM/ DFA/ DFT reviews to improve yield and robustness.
• Own PCB layout tasks from concept to data release for programs.

Skills

PCB layout

Xpedition

HDI

High-speed signals

RF/mixed-signal

DFM/DFT

Signal integrity

Thermal management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Xpedition

Job description

Rate Up to $105.87 DOE

Duration 6 months

Openings 2

Education Bachelor's Degree

Experience 8+ years

Clearance Top Secret

Posted Oct 19, 2026

Job Description

Job #220235

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• 8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
• Willingness and ability to work on?site full?time at the Cincinnati, OH location.
• Minimum 8 years of experience performing engineering/layout of printed circuit boards using Xpedition.
• Experience with the layout of multi?layer, high?density PCBs and circuit card assemblies, including placement and routing of high?speed digital, RF, and/or mixed?signal circuits.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs, including electrical design, mechanical design, manufacturing, test, and/or signal integrity.
• Working knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, including common manufacturability and yield considerations.
• Familiarity with IPC industry standards for PCB design and fabrication and current understanding of high?reliability criteria.
• Experience generating artwork and PCB/CCA documentation for procurement and assembly houses.
• Excellent organizational and problem?solving skills with a demonstrated ability to adapt effectively to changing requirements.

Basic Qualifications for a Staff PCB Layout Designer:

• 12 Years with Bachelors in Science; 10 Years with Masters; 8 Years with PhD.
• Willingness and ability to work on?site full?time at the Cincinnati, OH location.
• Minimum 12 years of experience performing engineering/layout of printed circuit boards using Xpedition.
• Experience with the layout of multi?layer, high?density PCBs and circuit card assemblies, including placement and routing of high?speed digital, RF, and/or mixed?signal circuits.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs, including electrical design, mechanical design, manufacturing, test, and/or signal integrity.
• Working knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, including common manufacturability and yield considerations.
• Familiarity with IPC industry standards for PCB design and fabrication and current understanding of high?reliability criteria.
• Experience generating artwork and PCB/CCA documentation for procurement and assembly houses.
• Excellent organizational and problem?solving skills with a demonstrated ability to adapt effectively to changing requirements.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES

• Execute the placement and routing of complex, high?density, multi?layer printed circuit boards (PCBs), including high?speed digital, RF, mixed?signal, and power circuits.
• Interpret electrical schematics, constraints, and mechanical boundaries to develop optimized PCB layouts that meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
• Generate and maintain complete PCB and circuit card assembly (CCA) fabrication and assembly documentation packages, including artwork, drawings, fabrication notes, and data outputs for procurement and assembly partners.
• Apply current IPC and high?reliability industry standards, as well as applicable military and aerospace criteria, in the design and verification of printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies.
• Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and signal integrity engineers to address layout?related design challenges involving signal integrity, power integrity, thermal management, and packaging.
• Support and perform Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) reviews using automated and manual checks to improve yield, test coverage, and product robustness.
• Work with fabrication and assembly suppliers to understand manufacturing capabilities and constraints and incorporate them into PCB designs.
• Support PCB library management practices, ensuring correct use of symbols, footprints, and parameter data in accordance with internal workflows.
• Independently own PCB layout tasks from concept through fabrication data release in support of program cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
• Lead advanced PCB layout efforts using technologies such as High?Density Interconnect (HDI), microvias, via?in?pad, backdrilling, and specialized substrate materials; provide technical guidance, peer reviews, and mentoring to other layout designers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Prior experience on defense or space flight programs with stringent reliability, documentation, and traceability requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in the layout of advanced, high?density, multi?layer printed circuit boards combining RF, high?speed digital, and high?power circuit sections.
• Knowledge of PCB process workflows and library management, including creation and governance of symbols, footprints, and reusable layout elements.
• Ability to translate complex mechanical boundaries and electrical constraints into optimized physical PCB layouts across multiple boards or modules.
• Deep domain knowledge of high?reliability military and aerospace hardware criteria (e.g., MIL?PRF?31032, MIL?STD?883, IPC Class 3/3A), or comparable experience demonstrating equivalent rigor.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

School must be accredited.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.