PCB Layout Designer

Location: Torrance, CA

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package

·      $150,000 - $200,000 per year –Salary plus Stock Options

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented PCB Layout Engineer to join our hardware development team. In this role, you will own the physical design process of our next-generation electronic products. You will translate complex schematic diagrams into high-performance, manufacturable printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). You will work closely with Electrical, Mechanical, and Manufacturing engineers to deliver robust, high-yield designs on time.

Responsibilities:

· Board Layout & Routing: Execute high-density, multi-layer board placement and routing for high-speed digital, analog, and power electronics.

· Component Library Management: Create, verify, and maintain schematic symbols and land pattern footprints according to industry standards.

· DFx Compliance: Apply strict Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Testing (DFT) guidelines.

· Signal & Power Integrity: Implement impedance-controlled routing, differential pairs, and proper shielding to minimize EMI/EMC issues.

· Collaboration: Partner with Mechanical Engineers to resolve physical constraints, housing fitment, and thermal management challenges.

· Release Documentation: Generate comprehensive manufacturing packages, including Gerber files, ODB++ data, drill charts, and Bills of Materials (BOM).

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S Citizen or Green Card holder
• Prior Experience: 3+ years of experience
• Work on location in Torrance, CA
• Minimum a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Company Overview

CHIRP Robotics is a well-funded seed-stage startup operating in stealth mode and based in Torrance, California. The company aims to become a leading U.S. provider of modular intelligence and autonomous systems for a wide range of vehicles and applications. It has an impressive portfolio of patents on the hardware side and IP in software / algorithms. CHIRP’s CEO, a founding member of SpaceX, brings extensive technical expertise, a strong professional network, and significant business leadership experience.

Why Join Us?

·      Opportunity to work on innovative and complex systems.

·      Hands-on experience with a broad range of engineering challenges.

·      Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.

·      Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a driven and passionate engineer looking to work and grow in a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you! Apply today by sending your resume to [email protected]