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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$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in ASIC Physical Design by managing global teams to drive innovative methodologies and optimize performance, power, and area targets for complex designs. Collaborate cross-functionally...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$118K - $148K *

Lead innovative electrical engineering projects in aerospace, focusing on electric aircraft and eVTOL systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement advanced electr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $192K *

Advance our cutting-edge antenna technologies by designing and developing embedded control firmware for phased array systems. Collaborate with a talented team to innovate solutions for satellite and A...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $192K *

Partner with us to develop cutting-edge firmware and electrical designs for phased array systems in defense and aerospace. Lead innovative projects and optimize performance while working with a skille...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $196K *

Transform complex electrical systems by providing senior technical leadership in design, integration, and troubleshooting. Mentor engineers and drive projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring h...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by designing cutting-edge hardware for space missions. Collaborate with diverse teams to create reliable systems, driving innovation in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $350K *

Unlock your potential by shaping our evolving product from 0-1. Collaborate across the stack, understand customer needs, and innovate through direct user feedback, building a roadmap that defines our...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving hardware solutions from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs, manage documentation, and ensure seamless transitions to mass pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $225K *

Shape the future of high-speed board design by leading complex projects that integrate cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative networking solutions that...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$194K - $285K *

Engage as a Senior Technical Lead to shape hardware architecture and design standards for high-performance networking products. Lead cross-functional initiatives, resolve complex technical challenges...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$138K - $165K *

Drive innovation in SoC and IP development by joining a high-performance design team focused on advanced verification techniques and subsystem development to meet diverse customer needs...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $138K *

Manage design efforts for Nacelle components in commercial aircraft, ensuring compliance with standards and requirements. Collaborate across functions to enhance product quality and efficiency while l...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Architect design solutions for Nacelle components, ensuring compliance with standards. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while driving engineering changes and techn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and developing innovative firmware for metering devices, enhancing product functionality, and providing technical support while adhering to core values and sa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs for advanced jet engine components, guiding projects from concept through testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance and reliability...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by owning structural design for cutting-edge autonomous aircraft. Collaborate closely with manufacturing and lead the design process from concept to first flight, ensuring in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of autonomous aircraft by owning structural design from concept to first flight. Collaborate closely with manufacturing and lead analysis to ensure optimal performance and compliance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $275K *

Invent innovative hardware solutions by leading product design and engineering processes from concept to mass production, leveraging customer insights and cross-functional collaboration to drive impac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate solutions for mission systems integration on aircraft, ensuring compliance with certification standards while collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality documentation and support throug...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate packaging solutions by leading design and implementation for a new distribution center. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, enhance quality, and drive cost savings while establishi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $224K *

Join a dynamic team to design and verify high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Leverage your expertise in RTL coding and testbench development while contributing to innovative signal processing so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $224K *

Transform your career by leading the design and verification of high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance signal processing solutions while ensuring top-notc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $89K *

Join us in driving innovation as you lead manufacturing activities for new products, ensuring quality and efficiency from prototype to production while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance cust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative high-speed I/O connectors for AI/ML platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development, ensuring compliance and performance in cutt...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $195K *

Drive the charge in engineering excellence by leading design reviews and fostering best practices for reliability in cutting-edge aerospace systems, ensuring safety and operational integrity in artifi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.