Cirrus Logic

Senior PCB Designer

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Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, GBR

Hybrid

Senior level

Hardware • Software

Cirrus Logic's technology elevates the consumer experience for the world's top mobile and consumer applications.

The Role

Design complex multi-layer HDI PCBs from schematic capture through manufacturing release, apply high-speed and power-integrity practices, create fabrication/assembly documentation, ensure DFM/DFT/IPC compliance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior designers, and drive process and automation improvements.

Summary Generated by Built In

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior PCB Designer, to join our team based in our Edinburgh facility. You will be working with a diverse range of cross functional groups in a truly global environment, with exceptional benefits available in return. This is a great opportunity to be part of an organisation operating at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, working on exciting products. In this role, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to receive design specifications and complete designs primarily for Applications, Validation, Reliability and ATE PCB requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

Design complex, multi‑layer, high-density interconnect PCBs, consisting of multiple lamination cycles and via structures, from schematic capture through manufacturing release.
Translate schematics, system requirements, and signal‑integrity constraints into robust, manufacturable board layouts at sub 0.4 mm pitch.
Drive high‑speed design practices, including impedance‑controlled routing, differential pair tuning, length matching, and power‑integrity optimization.
Collaborate closely with IC design, packaging, hardware, mechanical, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration across the full product stack.
Adhere to DFM, DFF, DFT, resolve manufacturability issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality guidelines.
Oversee the generation of fabrication and assembly documentation, including Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, and build notes.
Champion continuous improvement in design workflows, automation, and tool utilization to increase efficiency and design quality.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

An Electrical or Electronic Engineering national qualification or equivalent
Demonstrable experience in the PCB layout field
Hands-on experience with industry-standard ECAD tools, such as Cadence Allegro, Altium Designer, or Siemens/Mentor Graphics.
Thorough understanding of mix-signal, HDI, complex via stack-ups and WLCSP design principles.
In-depth knowledge of IPC standards and design for manufacturing (DFM) guidelines.
Conduct design reviews, provide guidance to junior designers, and uphold best‑practice methodologies across the layout team.
Producing deliverables to defined schedules, ensuring timelines are met
Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Strong desire to be part of a cohesive culture and strong design team.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of ATE (HIBs, PIBs, Probe Cards) and semiconductor reliability stress (HAST/HTOL) hardware.
Experience and understanding of AI tools and how they can enable design efficiency
CID and CID+ certification.

This position is based in our Edinburgh office. It is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work from home, depending on business needs. Candidates must live within a commutable distance or be willing to relocate.

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Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.

At Cirrus Logic, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and we are committed to encouraging an open and collaborative culture where different approaches, ideas, and points of view are respected and valued. We aim to promote a workplace where everyone can contribute irrespective of race, colour, national origin, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or disability.

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The Company

HQ: Austin, TX

1,604 Employees

Year Founded: 1984

What We Do

Cirrus Logic is a leading supplier of low-power, high-precision mixed-signal processing solutions for mobile and consumer applications. The company has a robust portfolio of sophisticated low-power products, including boosted amplifiers, smart codecs, camera controllers, haptic driver and sensing solutions, power conversion and control Integrated Circuits, and fast-charging Integrated Circuits. These solutions have innovative technology, software and associated algorithms incorporated. With a strong intellectual property portfolio and extensive mixed-signal expertise, Cirrus Logic is well-positioned to drive innovation and growth in the evolving markets of audio and high-performance mixed-signal processing technologies. We are hiring like crazy! Please visit our careers portal at cirrus.jobs to check out our available openings!

Why Work With Us

Engineering drives our company, and innovation isn’t just encouraged – it’s expected! This is a culture where you get to work with some of the largest, most innovative customers and products on the planet on a daily basis and where everyone is a key contributor to the company’s success. There are no Miltons here!