
PCB Layout Engineer (UNB039)
- England
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop complex PCB layouts in Altium Designer, from schematic capture to manufacturing release.
- Collaborate closely with RF, digital, and Analog engineers to define layout rules, placement, and routing strategies.
- Apply RF and analog layout techniques, including controlled impedance traces, grounding, shielding, and isolation methods.
- Execute high-speed routing (DDR, Ethernet, SerDes, CAN, LVDS) with impedance control and length-matching.
- Define and optimise PCB stack-ups, balancing electrical, thermal, and mechanical requirements.
- Generate fabrication and assembly outputs (Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, BOMs) directly from Altium Designer.
- Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) checks with fabrication/assembly partners.
- Support signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC compliance.
- Perform 3D clearance and mechanical integration checks using Altium Designer's MCAD collaboration tools.
- Contribute to cross-functional design reviews, providing expert layout input.
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Proven track record in complex PCB design projects involving RF, digital, and analog subsystems.
- Advanced proficiency in Altium Designer (component libraries, rules, constraints, 3D modelling, outputs).
- Strong understanding of RF layout methods, transmission lines, isolation strategies, and grounding/shielding.
- Expertise in high-speed design techniques (controlled impedance, differential pairs, skew/length matching).
- Solid knowledge of PCB stack-up design, fabrication materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with IPC design standards (IPC-2221, IPC-6012, IPC-7351, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
- Experience with HDI PCB designs in Altium Designer.
- Knowledge of thermal management strategies for dense boards.
- Exposure to signal/power integrity and EMC simulation tools.
- Hands-on experience with prototype bring-up, rework, and hardware debugging.
- Industry experience in aerospace or Satcom sector
- Generous salary and annual bonus
- Stock options
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave + public holidays
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Car scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Free on-site gym
- Employee assistance programs
- Discounts platform