Hardware Board Designer

Description About the Job Our Hardware group leads the development of electro-optical devices and systems for next-generation data centers. NewPhotonics is revolutionizing data center processing with novel photonic engines that address power and performance challenges. We are looking for a Hardware Board Designer to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping the technological landscape of our organization. Requirements Actively participate in hands on PCB design including schematics creation and layout work using industry standard EDA tools. Participate in the development of next-generation electro-optical (EO) devices and sub-systems for high-speed communication. Support electro-optic sub-systems and evaluation boards through schematic design, component selection, characterization, layout considerations, and implementation. Provide guidance on fabrication and assembly. Utilize advanced PCB technologies including mSAP, high-density HDI, and state-of-the-art PCB materials optimized for high-speed signal integrity supporting speeds up to 224 Gbps. Lead board bring-up, characterization, and debug, including high-speed scope and VNA measurements. Collaborate with hardware project teams, including Production, Software/Firmware, Photonics, and System. Support customers by reviewing schematics and PCB layouts, providing guidance to ensure robust design and high-speed performance. Utilize state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. Requirements What We’re Looking For: B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering. 8+ years as a board designer with experience in executing complex hardware projects. Extensive experience designing high-speed PCBs, covering impedance control, length matching, and SI/PI best practices for standards such as Gigabit Ethernet and PCIe. Hands-on experience with Cadence tools (Allegro, OrCAD) for schematic capture and PCB layout. Experience in design ownership on major blocks/clusters from definition through implementation phases. Strong hands-on laboratory skills and debugging capabilities. Skilled in working with advanced PCB materials and high-density PCB technologies, including complex stackups and fine-pitch routing. Strong project management skills, independence, and excellent interpersonal abilities. Strong understanding of transmission lines, impedance control, crosstalk, and return-path design. Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, and spectrum analyzers. What Will Make You a Star Candidate: Proven proficiency in ANSYS HFSS / SIwave / 3D Layout for electromagnetic, SI, and PI simulations. Ability to interpret and simulate S-parameters, eye diagrams, and frequency-domain models. Experience in PCB design involving high-speed DSPs, including power integrity, signal-integrity constraints, and high-speed interface routing. Practical experience with high-speed sampling oscilloscopes and optical spectrum analyzers. Experience with optical transceivers. Knowledge of photonic integration technology and its ecosystem. Experience in lab automation using Python-based tools.