Toolchain Integrator - Librarian – PCB Design & EDA

The Role:

We are hiring a Toolchain Integrator / Librarian to own and streamline the EDA/PCB design tool ecosystem that powers our accelerator board development. You will be responsible for maintaining our schematic/PCB tool flows, managing libraries and PDKs, and enabling a smooth, consistent environment for our hardware engineers.

This role sits at the intersection of CAD/EDA, infrastructure, and hardware design and is critical to scaling our engineering productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the PCB/EDA toolchain across schematic capture, PCB layout, SI/PI/thermal simulation, and MCAD collaboration.
• Manage and maintain component libraries:
• Symbols, footprints, 3D models, parameters, lifecycle, and compliance data
• Ensure alignment between ECAD and MCAD representations
• Define and enforce library and design standards, naming conventions, and version control best practices.
• Integrate EDA tools with PLM, revision control (e.g., Git/Perforce), and build systems as needed.
• Work with IT/infrastructure teams to manage licenses, installations, and upgrades for EDA tools.
• Support engineers with tool flows, scripts, and automation to improve productivity (e.g., BoM generation, DRC checks, documentation).
• Assist in design data management:
• Project templates, release checklists, DFM/DFT rule decks, fabrication/assembly outputs
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate and deploy new EDA capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field—or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience working with PCB/EDA tools in a hardware design environment.
• Hands‑on experience with at least one major EDA suite (e.g., Siemens Xpedition (preferred), Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, Siemens PADS, Altium Designer, or similar).
• Familiarity with symbol/footprint creation, padstack definitions, and 3D models.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN, Perforce).
• Strong scripting or programming skills (e.g., Python, TCL, shell) for tool integration and automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a data center, networking, or semiconductor hardware company.
• Familiarity with SI/PI, thermal, and mechanical co‑design flows.
• Basic knowledge in integrating simulation tools (SI/PI/thermal).
• Background with PLM systems and release management processes.
• Experience defining and maintaining corporate design standards and checklists.
• Strong communication skills and a service‑oriented mindset towards enabling hardware design teams.

What We Offer?

• A chance to work on one of the most transformative AI and silicon engineering companies in Europe with cutting-edge technology and industry leaders.
• We offer a remuneration package that values your experience.
• We believe in investing in our employees and providing them with opportunities for growth and career development.
• Work in a hybrid environment with flexible scheduling.
• Join an innovative team and experience company growth.
• Opportunity to travel to other countries in Europe to meet the teams, collaborate and drive solutions.
• The role is based in Karlsruhe (Germany) but open to be in Barcelona (Spain) too.

We are looking for outstanding people willing to join our mission to change the silicon industry and help build a better world. If you identify with Openchip, please contact us.

At Openchip & Software Technologies S.L., we believe a diverse and inclusive team is the key to groundbreaking ideas. We foster a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential—regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.