PCB Layout Engineer

At Universal Quantum, we are pushing the boundaries of what's possible by creating truly impactful quantum computers. We're looking to hire a skilled PCB Layout Engineer to join our electronics team and contribute to the development of quantum technologies. If you’re passionate about creating technologies that can change the world, we might be the right fit for you! 
 

Key Responsibilities 

• Take ownership of PCB designs, from concept to realization. 

• Design high-end PCBs adhering to industry standards, including HDI and high pad count BGA layouts. 

• Manage component libraries and Bill of Materials (BOM) to ensure accuracy and consistency. 

• Create thorough documentation for PCB designs, ensuring easy handoff and reference. 

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and physicists, to achieve common goals. 

• Define and manage all the related PCB / PCBA processes to ensure the quality of our designs. 

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in electronics to maintain UQ’s position at the forefront of technology. 

• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and reporting on progress and challenges. 

• Participate in fast turn-around proof-of-concept projects and feasibility studies. 

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates 

1. Proficiency in PCB schematic and layout design using PCB/CAD tools, with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and layout debugging. 
2. Good understanding of electronics circuit theory, including EM field theory, noise analysis, and physical device knowledge. 
3. Extensive experience in library management and BOM management for PCB and PCBA designs. 
    

Must-have Skills 

• 5 to 8 years’ experience in PCB design using ECAD tools like Altium or similar. 

• Experience in high-performance PCB and PCBA design, including HDI and complex BGA layouts. 

• Strong understanding of software application for BOM management. 

• Experience in working with suppliers and contractors. 

• Strong discipline in thorough documentation practices. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset. 

• Minimum 2.1 BEng/BSc Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline. 

Nice-to-have Skills 

• Experience in designing flex and rigid-flex PCBs. 

• Background in engineering, research, metrology, or instrumentation. 

• Basic understanding of signal integrity, high-speed digital design, and EMC. 

• Pragmatic approach to decision-making and design choices. 

• Experience in team and/or project management. 

Competitive salary, equity options, an unlimited paid holiday allowance, flexible working options, a 10% matching pension, a generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, personal development budget, group life insurance and relocation support.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion
At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. As a proud signatory of the , we have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. This includes pledging to collaborate and share best practices with others, to continuously develop plans to drive inclusion across our business, and to collect and share our diversity data annually. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.