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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$156K - $219K *

Join a dynamic team to design high-performance PCBs for aerospace applications, collaborating across disciplines to ensure quality and innovation in space exploration. Your expertise will directly imp...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $219K *

Champion the future of space exploration by designing high-performance PCBs for aerospace applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality and safety in innovative avionics solutions tha...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Drive innovation in Physical IC Design, enhancing AI/ML ecosystems through advanced PCIe Switch Products. Collaborate with top engineers to ensure optimal performance and successful tape-out from RTL...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Shape the future of AI/ML ecosystems by implementing high-performance digital IC designs. Collaborate across teams to optimize and support cutting-edge PCIe Switch products for mega data centers. Driv...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Engineer innovative Digital IC designs, focusing on AI/ML ecosystems and high-performance RTL using Verilog/SystemVerilog. Collaborate across teams and support silicon validation efforts in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $105K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic role in mechanical design, focusing on creating innovative systems and components. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while leading projects...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$186K - $296K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of semiconductor packaging by leading innovative IC design solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, cost-effective packaging...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $272K *

Join a team that's redefining semiconductor packaging solutions. You'll lead the design and analysis of advanced IC packages, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-perf...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical design by leading complex projects, mentoring CAD professionals, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while utilizing advanced CAD tools...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $174K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on pioneering sustainable lunar infrastructure. Utilize your expertise in PCB layout and design to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $174K *

Unlock your potential as you design high-performance PCBs for aerospace applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and safety in groundbreaking space missions. Join us i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $95K *

Contribute to the design and integration of safety systems for nuclear power projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and performance needs while collaborating across disciplines to enh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $95K *

Pioneer the development of safety-class digital I&C systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating across disciplines to deliver robust system architecture and specificatio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $172K *

Drive impactful advancements in product serviceability and performance by collaborating across teams, optimizing processes, and influencing design changes throughout the Product Life Cycle to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $140K *

Develop innovative electrical systems for diverse sectors, from commercial to healthcare. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage directly with clients to create effective solutions that p...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative power connector solutions through design, verification, and customer collaboration. Contribute to product development and ensure manufacturability while driving n...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $156K *

Advance your career by designing complex PCB layouts for diverse applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure high-quality, manufacturable designs while adhering to industry standards an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Electrical Engineer, driving innovative solutions from concept to completion. Collaborate in a dynamic team, manage projects effectively, and expand your technical ex...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $135K *

Lead cutting-edge FPGA design and integration for advanced aerospace systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and implement complex designs, ensuring optimal performance and reliability...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$97K - $143K *

Lead the design and development of innovative containment systems, driving cross-functional collaboration and technical excellence to deliver robust solutions that meet customer needs and enhance prod...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Champion innovative RF design solutions for space vehicle applications, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop cutting-edge electronic systems. Drive projects from concept to delivery w...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $155K *

Shape the future of power systems by designing and developing embedded hardware for industrial applications. Collaborate through the entire product lifecycle, ensuring reliability and performance from...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in configuring and optimizing hardware solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation from concept to production in a dynamic and fast-paced environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $240K *

Champion innovative electrical design as you lead PCB development, bridging hardware and software teams to enhance home autonomy technology. Your expertise will drive product realization from concepti...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing and testing embedded real-time DSP and control systems for advanced applications, utilizing MATLAB and C++ for system design and firmware coding, while contributing to d...

Ottawa, ONHybrid

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.