Senior High-Speed PCB Architect for AI Hardware

Fractile; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-moving semiconductor start-up is seeking an experienced PCB Layout Engineer to design complex high-speed PCB layouts and manage PCB library creation. The role requires expertise in ensuring electrical performance and manufacturability across various products. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of layout techniques and collaboration with mechanical and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality designs. This position is based in Virginia, United States.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional PCB layout experience.
• Proven experience with high-speed digital and high-power PCB designs.
• Hands-on experience creating and maintaining PCB libraries for production hardware.

Responsibilities

• Create PCB layouts for complex, multi-layer boards supporting high-speed circuits.
• Route high-speed interfaces and apply controlled impedance routing.
• Generate manufacturing deliverables and support board bring-up.

Skills

High-speed routing (DDR, PCIe, Ethernet, USB, SerDes)

Library creation and management workflows

High-current and power integrity layout techniques

Effective communication across teams

Education

Diploma, Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens Xpedition

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

Job description

A fast-moving semiconductor start-up is seeking an experienced PCB Layout Engineer to design complex high-speed PCB layouts and manage PCB library creation. The role requires expertise in ensuring electrical performance and manufacturability across various products. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of layout techniques and collaboration with mechanical and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality designs. This position is based in Virginia, United States.