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Jonah Lange

Portland

Summary

Experienced and self-taught PCB Designer with 15+ years of hands-on expertise in high-speed mixed-signal design, prototyping, and manufacturing. Proficient in all aspects of hardware development, including CAD tools, signal integrity, DFM optimization, and multilateral engineering processes.


Skilled in creating and refining complex PCB layouts, with a focus on performance, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency. Known for independently managing projects, solving technical challenges, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions. Passionate about pushing the boundaries of electronics design for next-generation technologies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Partner & Senior Hardware Engineer

LZX Industries
01.2011 - Current
  • Designed and developed high-performance hardware video instruments, managing the full lifecycle from concept through R&D, prototyping, and revisions for over 40 commercial products, ensuring that designs met stringent electrical, mechanical, and reliability standards.
  • Led the design and routing of complex PCBs optimizing for high-speed signal integrity, tight spacing constraints, and manufacturability to meet advanced product requirements.
  • Conducted DFM analysis to optimize designs for manufacturability, quality, cost reduction, and performance improvements.
  • Designed high-performance PCBs using CAD software and SPICE simulations to meet complex electrical and mechanical requirements.
  • Managed PCB manufacturing, including component selection, assembly, and integration with 3D printing and industrial design/casting.

A/V Specialist & Event Coordinator

Freelance
01.2006 - Current
  • Created, performed and managed multimedia installations and live sound setups for a diverse range of commercial and DIY venues, curating events that integrated complex audio/visual technologies.
  • Notable events include:

Good/Bad Art Collective: CURTAINS – Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas, TX
Adult After Hours – Museum of Science and History, Fort Worth, TX
Late Nights – Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas, TX
SXSW - Austin, TX
MAKE Magazine's Maker Faire - Austin, TX
Tuesday Night Trash – Texas Theatre, Dallas, TX

Co-founder / Manager

Strawberry Fields
08.2006 - 11.2007
  • Conducted product research and purchasing of cult/foreign films, music, and counterculture media for an independent retail/rental storefront, curating a unique inventory to attract niche audiences.
  • Curated and organized in-store film screenings and live music performances, managing professional audio and video equipment for seamless event execution.
  • Provided customer service, processed transactions, and maintained customized retail inventory databases, ensuring efficient operations and excellent customer experiences.

Residential & Commercial Remodeling / IT Manager

The Semrau Co.
05.2002 - 01.2015
  • Led residential and commercial remodeling projects, including housing additions, custom carpentry, cabinetry construction/finishing, tilework, and interior/exterior painting, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction.
  • Designed and maintained company IT systems, overseeing hardware/software upgrades, network management, and providing employee training to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Managed job site operations, including coordinating support personnel and subcontractors, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to project timelines and budgets.

Skills

  • High-Speed Mixed-Signal PCB Design
  • DFM Analysis & Optimization
  • Multidisciplinary Engineering Expertise
  • Troubleshooting & System Integration
  • Independent Project Management
  • Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

lzxindustries.net

Creative tools for video synthesis and analog image processing. Analog and digital video equipment manufactured in Portland, Oregon.

Timeline

Partner & Senior Hardware Engineer

LZX Industries
01.2011 - Current

Co-founder / Manager

Strawberry Fields
08.2006 - 11.2007

A/V Specialist & Event Coordinator

Freelance
01.2006 - Current

Residential & Commercial Remodeling / IT Manager

The Semrau Co.
05.2002 - 01.2015
Jonah Lange