Senior PCB Layout Designer

Job Title: Senior PCB Layout Designer

Ranovus is a semiconductor company with global operations helping power the data behind next generation AI and data center networks. We design and build advanced hardware that moves massive amounts of information quickly and efficiently between computer systems in data centers around the world. Our technology improves performance while reducing energy use and environmental impact, supporting the rapid growth of AI and cloud services. At Ranovus, you’ll join a collaborative, inclusive team that values learning, flexibility, and meaningful work with global impact.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior PCB Layout Designerto join our engineering team.

The PCB Layout Designer will be responsible fordesigning, developing, and optimizingprinted circuit board (PCB) and substrate layouts to meet electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing requirements. This role involves close collaboration with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, packaging engineers,and manufacturing teams to ensure that designs meet performance, quality, and compliance standards.

How You’llContribute

• Create and develop PCBand substratelayouts based on schematic diagrams and design specifications.

• Collaborate with hardware, mechanicaland signal integrityengineers to ensure design accuracy and compliance with requirements.

• Optimizelayouts for signal integrity, power distribution, thermal performance, and manufacturability.

• Generate Gerber files, fabrication drawings, and assembly documentation for manufacturing.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards (IPC, UL, RoHS, etc.) and internal design guidelines.

• Perform design rule checks (DRC) and electrical rule checks (ERC) to validatedesignintegrity.

• Work with vendors and fabrication houses to resolve manufacturing issues and ensure high-yield production.

• Maintain version control and design documentation for all layouts.

• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input to improve PCB design processes.

What You’llBring

• Proven experience in PCB layout design for analog, digital, RF, or mixed-signal circuits.

• Proficiencywith PCB design tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, Mentor Graphics PADS, KiCad, or equivalent).

• Strong knowledge of PCBand substratemanufacturing processes, materials, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) practices.

• Understanding ofhigh-speed signal design, EMI/EMC considerations, and thermal management.

• Ability to interpret and apply IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351, IPC-6012, etc.).

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Diploma or Bachelor’sdegree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

We appreciate the time you invest in exploring opportunities with us. At Ranovus, we believe diverse perspectives and a strong sense of belonging are essential to building innovative technology and resilient teams. If your experience does not match every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value curiosity, growth, and the unique strengths each person brings.

Ranovus is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including those from equity deserving and underrepresented communities. We are committed to an accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available at any stage of the hiring process upon request by reaching out to our Talent team at [email protected].

We are committed to delivering a respectful and transparent candidate experience, with clear and timely communication at every stage of the process. From time to time, we may use technology to support elements of our hiring process. These tools are designed to enhance consistency and efficiency, not replace human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by people, guided by care, context, and fairness.

Thank you for your interest in joining Ranovus. We look forward to connecting with you.