Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Senior PCB Layout Design Manager
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software‑defined vehicles around the world.
The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary
We are seeking a
Senior PCB Layout Design Manager —a self‑motivated and driven innovator who is willing to push the boundaries to build state‑of‑the‑art Electronic Control Units (ECUs) for automotive applications. This role requires the person to be responsible for high‑speed or power PCB design for ECUs, including critical systems such as zonals, infotainment, Vehicle‑Access, and ADAS systems. The ideal candidate must be well‑versed with PCB layout design, PI‑SI, Power, and high‑speed signal routing. This is a highly cross‑functional role and may include occasional travel. Responsibilities
Technical Design Ownership & Execution Drive and own PCB designs for major automotive systems, including ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), BMS (Battery Management Systems), Body systems, and Infotainment Systems. Design and implement high‑speed, power, and mixed‑signal PCB layout designs to automotive standards. Manage designs incorporating HDI (High‑Density Interconnect) design practices. Oversee high‑speed signaling, such as DDR4, PCIe, CSI, and LVDS, as well as HV, and Mixed‑Signal design. Improve package designs by effectively addressing space‑constraint challenges while balancing performance trade‑offs. Build and maintain our component library and be responsible for its integrity. Process and Workflow Leadership Be the primary contributor to overall process and workflow development between engineering and design. Work directly with the Technical Program Manager to align on schedule and build resource plans (based on requirements for process development and working in a high‑speed environment). Work with external design houses to manage high workloads. Lead process improvement initiatives by working with the Design Manager and EDA team to automate repeat tasks or common errors (supports defining and developing processes and configuring the ECAD tool). Take responsibility for configuring our ECAD tool to ensure complete alignment with the overall Rivian VW technology design and release process. Think holistically ("Zoom Out & Deep Dive"). Understand the impact of your plan or decision on the program and customers. Deep dive into technical issues to drive data‑driven decisions. Lead the effort in defining and developing processes related to PCB design. Manufacturing and Quality Management Improve and optimize the durability and performance for automotive designs. Work directly with our contract manufacturer to develop design rules for manufacturing. Implement DFM (Design for Manufacturing) feedback, ensuring all final designs are manufacturable and manufactured to a high standard. Stay up to date on the latest manufacturing techniques. Qualifications
12+ years’ experience in PCB Layout design. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. Proven experience with full life cycle development from layout to manufacturing. Advanced expertise in High Density (HDI), DDR4/PCIe, signal and power integrity design experience. Experience working in a high‑speed environment with short development times. Advanced experience with Altium Designer. Cadence proficiency is a plus. Experience defining and developing processes related to PCB design. Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem‑solving toolbox. Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $213,000.00 - $266,000.00. (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software‑defined vehicles around the world.
The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary
We are seeking a
Senior PCB Layout Design Manager —a self‑motivated and driven innovator who is willing to push the boundaries to build state‑of‑the‑art Electronic Control Units (ECUs) for automotive applications. This role requires the person to be responsible for high‑speed or power PCB design for ECUs, including critical systems such as zonals, infotainment, Vehicle‑Access, and ADAS systems. The ideal candidate must be well‑versed with PCB layout design, PI‑SI, Power, and high‑speed signal routing. This is a highly cross‑functional role and may include occasional travel. Responsibilities
Technical Design Ownership & Execution Drive and own PCB designs for major automotive systems, including ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), BMS (Battery Management Systems), Body systems, and Infotainment Systems. Design and implement high‑speed, power, and mixed‑signal PCB layout designs to automotive standards. Manage designs incorporating HDI (High‑Density Interconnect) design practices. Oversee high‑speed signaling, such as DDR4, PCIe, CSI, and LVDS, as well as HV, and Mixed‑Signal design. Improve package designs by effectively addressing space‑constraint challenges while balancing performance trade‑offs. Build and maintain our component library and be responsible for its integrity. Process and Workflow Leadership Be the primary contributor to overall process and workflow development between engineering and design. Work directly with the Technical Program Manager to align on schedule and build resource plans (based on requirements for process development and working in a high‑speed environment). Work with external design houses to manage high workloads. Lead process improvement initiatives by working with the Design Manager and EDA team to automate repeat tasks or common errors (supports defining and developing processes and configuring the ECAD tool). Take responsibility for configuring our ECAD tool to ensure complete alignment with the overall Rivian VW technology design and release process. Think holistically ("Zoom Out & Deep Dive"). Understand the impact of your plan or decision on the program and customers. Deep dive into technical issues to drive data‑driven decisions. Lead the effort in defining and developing processes related to PCB design. Manufacturing and Quality Management Improve and optimize the durability and performance for automotive designs. Work directly with our contract manufacturer to develop design rules for manufacturing. Implement DFM (Design for Manufacturing) feedback, ensuring all final designs are manufacturable and manufactured to a high standard. Stay up to date on the latest manufacturing techniques. Qualifications
12+ years’ experience in PCB Layout design. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. Proven experience with full life cycle development from layout to manufacturing. Advanced expertise in High Density (HDI), DDR4/PCIe, signal and power integrity design experience. Experience working in a high‑speed environment with short development times. Advanced experience with Altium Designer. Cadence proficiency is a plus. Experience defining and developing processes related to PCB design. Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem‑solving toolbox. Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $213,000.00 - $266,000.00. (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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