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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$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

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-performance PCB design projects, ensuring optimal signal integrity and power delivery. Collaborate with global teams to deliver advanced semiconductor technologies, balancing technical depth...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of engineering documentation for advanced radar systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and maintain technical drawings, ensuring compliance with standards while su...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

The Hardware Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of various embedded systems, including both hardware and firmware design. The role requires conducting design reviews, r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of aerospace and defense by designing complex PCBs. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to innovate and solve challenges in high-frequency applications, ensuring quality and ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $230K *

Engineer innovative PCB layouts and designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with industry standards. Drive technical excellence in complex project...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $220K *

Transform high-performance computing by designing complex PCBs. Collaborate with engineers to ensure optimal layouts, addressing performance issues while adhering to manufacturing standards and specif...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $220K *

Engineer cutting-edge PCB layouts for high-performance systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive design decisions and ensure compliance with electrical and mechanical specifications. S...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $185K *

Drive innovation in automotive electronics by leading PCB layout design and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust hardware meets specifications, while managing program...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $185K *

Innovate in the automotive sector by leading PCB layout design for cutting-edge ECUs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust hardware meets specifications and enhances vehicle perfor...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $185K *

Drive innovation in automotive electronics by leading PCB layout design and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust hardware meets specifications, while managing program...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage in leading PCB layout development for high-speed, multi-layer boards, ensuring signal integrity and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize layouts, manage documentation...

Ottawa, ONHybrid

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $265K *

Transform hardware design by creating and testing innovative circuits for diverse applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance existing products and ensure project success through effec...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $157K *

Innovate cutting-edge PCB designs for space systems, leading multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-reliability solutions. Drive design standards and efficiency while managing complex projects from c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative mechanical systems from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to create detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings, ensuring high-quality product delivery while consider...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $149K *

Join us to design and optimize advanced digital circuits for custom blocks, focusing on schematic entry, simulation, and verification. Your work will enhance high-performance solutions in data center...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $148K *

Champion innovative PCB design by generating layouts, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring manufacturability. Leverage CAD tools to create detailed designs and documentation, while maintaining i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $187K *

Drive high-performance PCB designs for advanced radar products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and reliability throughout the product lifecycle, from design to p...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by designing advanced PCB layouts and collaborating on innovative RF designs. This remote role requires expertise in Altium and a strong understanding of PCB standards to drive q...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $191K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing PCB design, owning layouts from schematic to production. You'll drive standards, collaborate with vendors, and ensure manufacturability of cutting-edge electronics a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $210K *

Design cutting-edge PCB solutions from concept to production, ensuring high-speed performance and reliability. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative electronic designs that drive techno...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $145K *

Transform the future of connectivity by designing innovative PCBs for cutting-edge satellite technology. Collaborate with engineers to create efficient layouts, ensuring high performance and reliabili...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining satellite technology by designing innovative PCBs for advanced systems. Collaborate with engineers to create layouts that enhance performance and reliability, contributin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $160K *

Join our innovative team to drive physical design and tapeout for cutting-edge semiconductor technology. Collaborate cross-functionally and enhance methodologies, elevating high-performance computing...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $135K *

Lead physical design efforts for complex ASIC and SoC projects, ensuring optimal timing, power, and performance from RTL to tapeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive design quality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.