PCB Layouter (m/f/x)

Lawo, based in Rastatt, Germany, is an innovative, leading supplier of professional audio, video and control solutions to the world-wide broadcast market. We develop and manufacture our products in Germany and support them with a global Customer Support Team.
GROW WITH US! To strengthen our team, we have an immediate opening for a

PCB Layouter (m/f/x)

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

With a focus on high-speed PCB layout for embedded and FPGA-based systems, you will develop sophisticated hardware platforms for the professional audio and video broadcast industry while working closely with our in-house production team.

• Design and develop complex multilayer PCBs for FPGA- and embedded-based systems
• Create high-speed layouts for FPGA interfaces, including: DDR3 / DDR4 / LPDDR memory interfaces
• High-speed SerDes interfaces (e.g., SDI, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet)
• LVDS, MIPI, PCIe, and USB

• Collaborate closely with FPGA and embedded software/hardware development teams
• Work directly with our in-house production team on: Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Manufacturing processes, PCB assembly, and testability
• Optimize PCB layouts for volume production, manufacturability, and product quality

• Perform and evaluate Signal Integrity and Power Integrity simulations
• Define PCB stack-ups, layer structures, controlled impedances, and power distribution concepts
• Ensure compliance with EMC, ESD, and reliability requirements
• Prepare and maintain manufacturing, assembly, and test documentation
• Support prototype bring-up, hardware debugging, and transition to volume production

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in PCB layout design for FPGA- and embedded-based systems
• Strong knowledge of high-speed PCB design principles, including: DDR Routing
• Differential pair routing
• Length matching
• Return path optimization

• Proficiency with PCB design tools (experience with Cadence Allegro is preferred)
• Experience with SI and PI simulation tools (e.g., Ansys SIwave and AEDT/HFSS, or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of FPGA architectures, I/O banks, clocking, and power distribution concepts
• Experience collaborating closely with manufacturing and production teams is highly desirable
• Knowledge of broadcast, video, or professional audio systems is an advantage
• Structured, quality-focused working style with strong communication skills
• Excellent English language skills; German and additional languages are considered an advantage

OUR OFFER

• The opportunity to develop high-end FPGA-based systems for the professional broadcast industry
• Close collaboration between engineering and our in-house production team, enabling fast decision-making and efficient development processes
• A high level of ownership and influence over design quality, manufacturability, and production readiness
• A modern development environment with state-of-the-art measurement and test equipment
• A highly motivated team and an international working environment
• Flexible working hours and up to three days of remote work per week
• Competitive salary and an attractive benefits package
• Company pension scheme
• Language courses and other training opportunities
• Daily catered meals with a wide selection of dishes
• A rooftop terrace for breaks and informal meetings
• Employee events
• Table football and a band rehearsal room
• E-Bike Leasing
• ...