Join Graphcore as a Staff PCB Layout Engineer to develop and maintain PCB layouts and component libraries in Austin, Texas.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Create and maintain schematic symbols and PCB footprints
- Develop PCB layouts from approved schematics
- Run design rule checks and resolve layout issues
- Prepare fabrication and assembly deliverables
- Coordinate with PCB fabricators and assembly suppliers
Must have
- Experience with PCB design and electronic component library management
- Proficiency in Cadence Allegro/OrCAD
- Ability to interpret schematics and component datasheets
- Working knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes
- Experience with multilayer and high-speed PCB designs
Nice to have
- Familiarity with IPC standards for PCB design
- Familiarity with signal integrity and EMI/EMC considerations
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Staff PCB Layout Engineer at Graphcore is responsible for creating and maintaining PCB layouts, ensuring that designs meet electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing requirements. Proficiency in Cadence Allegro/OrCAD and a strong understanding of PCB fabrication processes are essential for this role, which suits candidates with experience in multilayer and high-speed designs. The position involves collaboration with various engineering teams and requires meticulous attention to detail to manage competing priorities effectively.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze September 25, 2026. Last confirmed on Graphcore's careers page September 25, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Staff PCB Layout Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Austin, Texas, United States.
- Where is the role based?
- Graphcore is hiring for this position in Austin, Texas, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Cadence Allegro, OrCAD.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Graphcore targets staff-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Staff PCB Layout Engineer role at Graphcore.
From the original posting
We are seeking a detail-oriented PCB Layout Engineer to maintain electronic component libraries and develop printed circuit board layouts. This role works closely with electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, procurement, and NPI to ensure component data and PCB designs are accurate, consistent, and ready for production.
This position is in Austin, Texas.
Key Responsibilities
- Create, verify, and maintain schematic symbols, PCB footprints, and associated 3D models.
- Validate component pin assignments, dimensions, land patterns, and library attributes against manufacturer documentation.
- Maintain library naming conventions, revision control, and component approval processes.
- Develop PCB layouts from approved schematics, including component placement, routing, stackup coordination, and design rule setup.
- Collaborate with engineers to address electrical, mechanical, thermal, and manufacturing requirements.
- Run design rule checks, resolve layout issues, and participate in design reviews.
- Prepare fabrication and assembly deliverables, including Gerber or ODB++ files, drill files, drawings, and pick-and-place data.
- Coordinate with PCB fabricators and assembly suppliers to resolve manufacturing questions.
- Support engineering changes and maintain accurate release documentation.
- Work with procurement and engineering to identify obsolete components and evaluate suitable alternatives.
Required Qualifications
- Experience with setting up PCB design and electronic component library management.
- Proficiency in Cadence Allegro/OrCAD.
- Ability to interpret schematics, component datasheets, and mechanical drawings.
- Working knowledge of PCB fabrication, assembly processes, and design for manufacturability.
- Familiarity with relevant IPC standards for PCB design and component land patterns.
- Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience with multilayer, high-density, mixed-signal, and high-speed PCB designs.
- Familiarity with signal integrity, power integrity, grounding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
- College degree, technical training, or equivalent practical experience in PCB layout
USA Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial future. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), disability and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, commuter benefits, wellness services and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we're committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.