PCB Design Engineer Jobs

Explore PCB Design Engineer jobs with Ladders, where you can find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. PCB Design Engineers create and refine printed circuit board designs that support reliable, manufacturable electronic products—from early concepts through testing and production.

What PCB Design Engineers Do

PCB Design Engineers translate electrical and mechanical requirements into board designs, schematics, and layouts. Their work may include component placement, routing, design rule checks, power and signal integrity analysis, and collaboration with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams. Depending on the role, engineers may also support prototype builds, troubleshoot hardware, and prepare designs for production.

Skills and Tools Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience with PCB layout and schematic tools, electronic design automation (EDA) software, and design-for-manufacturing practices. Knowledge of high-speed digital design, analog circuits, RF, thermal management, EMC/EMI, and signal or power integrity can be valuable. Clear communication and cross-functional problem-solving help engineers move designs from requirements to dependable products.

Career Opportunities

PCB Design Engineers work across industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, medical devices, automotive, consumer electronics, and semiconductor equipment. Career paths can include senior PCB design, hardware engineering, signal integrity, electrical engineering, technical leadership, and engineering management. Search current listings to find roles aligned with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals.

Find PCB Design Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Browse PCB Design Engineer openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your background. Job availability and requirements vary by employer and location.

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$120K - $140K *

Drive the design of cutting-edge hi-speed PCBs for military/aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and performance, while enhancing best practices in a dynam...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Explore a dynamic role in PCB design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge electronic products. Contribute to all phases of design, from layout to documentation, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Unlock excellence in PCB design and manufacturing by leading DFM initiatives, developing complex multilayer layouts, and shaping best practices across engineering teams to enhance product performance...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Elevate PCB design excellence by leading DFM initiatives and developing high-density layouts. Collaborate across teams to ensure manufacturability and drive continuous improvement in processes and sta...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading high-speed PCB design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative connectivity solutions. Utilize your expertise in Altium Designer and PCB fa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $125K *

Drive innovation as a PCB Layout Designer, collaborating across disciplines to create high-reliability circuit card assemblies for aerospace and defense applications. Transform complex designs into pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Lead the charge in designing high-reliability PCBs for aerospace and defense. Collaborate across disciplines to transform complex schematics into robust, production-ready solutions while ensuring comp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal PCB Layout Design Engineer, collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-reliability circuit card assemblies for aerospace and defense applications. Drive inno...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal PCB Layout Design Engineer, collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-reliability circuit card assemblies for aerospace and defense applications. Drive inno...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and delivery of complex PCB layouts for large-scale infrastructure hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish standards and ensure high performance and reliab...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Drive innovation in PCB design for life-safety and security products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable solutions, ensuring high performance and complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex avionics PCB layouts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality hardware for hypersonic missile systems. Drive design decisions and ensure compliance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the design and release of complex avionics PCBs for hypersonic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure flight-worthy hardware delivery while driving continuous improvement i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Transform PCB design processes by creating optimized layouts that meet electrical and manufacturing standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, compliant designs that en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Elevate engineering excellence by designing and developing innovative electrical and electro-mechanical systems, collaborating with teams and customers to enhance product quality and performance while...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your PCB design skills in a dynamic role focusing on high-reliability electronics for aerospace and defense applications. Collaborate with engineers to transform concepts into reality, ensurin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining avionics design by overseeing PCB development, procurement, and standards. Collaborate with engineers to ensure high-quality outcomes while managing component libraries a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $149K *

Lead the design and documentation of complex PCB projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with engineers, mentor junior designers, and drive continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $118K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic hardware engineering team focused on high-speed design, validation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative solutions in cutting-edge technology...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you design PCB layouts, collaborate with engineers, and maintain libraries for cutting-edge satellite technology. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing aerospace en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock innovation by designing complex, high-density PCBs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize layouts, ensuring performance and manufacturability while adhering to industry standards...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$114K - $160K *

Transform the future of space exploration by applying your PCB layout expertise in a dynamic team. Collaborate across disciplines to design high-performance PCBs for aerospace applications, ensuring s...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of innovative hardware test boards and platforms for high-speed electro-optical devices, contributing to cutting-edge optical networking solutions in a dynamic R&D environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $135K *

Engineer cutting-edge PCBs for military and aerospace projects, ensuring high reliability and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams and leverage advanced design tools to optimize performan...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative PCB designs by leveraging extensive RF layout expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-speed, multi-layer PCBs for mission-critical applications in defense...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a PCB Design Engineer do?question toggle

    A PCB Design Engineer develops printed circuit board schematics and layouts, selects or places components, routes connections, checks designs against electrical and manufacturing requirements, and works with teams to validate and prepare hardware for production.

  • What skills are important for PCB Design Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly sought skills include PCB layout and schematic design, EDA software, design rule checking, design for manufacturing, and collaboration across engineering teams. Depending on the role, employers may also value high-speed design, RF, EMC/EMI, and signal or power integrity experience.

  • Which industries hire PCB Design Engineers?question toggle

    PCB Design Engineers may find opportunities in aerospace and defense, medical devices, telecommunications, automotive, consumer electronics, semiconductor equipment, and other industries that develop electronic products.

  • Do PCB Design Engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including relevant engineering opportunities when available. Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role requirements.

  • How can I find a PCB Design Engineer job on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse current PCB Design Engineer listings on Ladders, then review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information to find roles that match your experience and goals.