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 - $195K *

Take ownership of developing and delivering software for packet forwarding engines, collaborating with engineers to design, implement, and test solutions for complex networking systems in a fast-paced...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving client success through expert system configuration, data analysis, and consultative training. Ensure timely project delivery while enhancing user experience and satisfactio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $84K *

Design and develop software for U.S. Navy platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance tactical capabilities. Engage in agile methodologies and contribute to innovative solutions fo...

Manassas, VARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $196K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $164K *

Elevate your software engineering career as you lead projects, enhance CI/CD workflows, and mentor team members, ensuring high quality and reliability in our autonomous driving technology initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $185K *

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Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $141K *

Join us to design and develop high-performance mechanical solutions for airborne systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative aviation technologies that empower defense operations and enhan...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $195K *

Engineer innovative solutions for Arista's EOS software, enhancing data center networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and debug features, ensuring high-quality softwar...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

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New Hampshire, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $168K *

Engage with customers by providing technical support and training for Frontline software products, while managing implementation projects. Collaborate across teams to enhance product features and ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$66K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise software implementations, guiding clients from discovery to deployment. Leverage your consulting expertise and technical skills to drive project success and enha...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading power plant projects, focusing on mechanical design and execution. This role offers flexibility and the chance to impact high-stakes projects across the power sector while c...

Greenville, SCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Drive impactful design solutions for developer tools, collaborating closely with engineers and PMs. Own workflows from discovery to delivery, enhancing user experiences and contributing to a robust de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $130K *

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South Portland, MERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $287K *

Champion security excellence by investigating vulnerabilities and enhancing Secure Development Lifecycle practices across data center software platforms, driving timely remediation and fostering colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading regional rail engineering projects, driving growth initiatives, and fostering client relationships. This role demands technical expertise and strategic vision to ensure suc...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in regional rail engineering, driving project delivery and strategic growth. Leverage technical expertise to manage client relationships and mentor teams, ensuring quality execution ac...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading regional rail engineering projects, driving growth initiatives, and fostering client relationships. Bring your expertise to manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure qua...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in expanding our rail engineering practice across regions. Drive project delivery, foster client relationships, and mentor teams while ensuring quality and compliance in all rail proje...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in expanding our rail engineering practice by providing strategic oversight, technical expertise, and fostering client relationships across multiple regions, ensuring successful projec...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in expanding rail engineering practices across regions, providing technical expertise, managing client relationships, and ensuring successful project delivery while mentoring teams and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.