Senior PCB Design Engineer (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
• •Flexible working hours in a hybrid work model
• •Global teamwork with more than 30 nationalities
• •Taking ownership and responsibility instead of simply executing tasks
• •Straightforward collaboration on an equal footing
• •Corporate health management
• •Lawo Academy: language courses and other professional development opportunities
• •Technical equipment for mobile and remote working
• •Access to a wide range of employee discounts
• •Additional financial benefits
• •E-bike leasing
• •Charging stations for electric vehicles
• •Daily meal options with a wide selection of dishes
• •Ample parking spaces directly on site
• •A workplace surrounded by nature, providing the perfect environment for active breaks
• •Employee events
• •Foosball table and a band rehearsal room