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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$145K - $175K *

Innovate DFT verification strategies for custom ASICs, ensuring manufacturability and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive verification closure and enhance methodologies, contribu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining ASIC design verification by developing innovative DFT architectures for custom ASICs and SoCs, ensuring high-quality silicon manufacturability and testability through col...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform customer engagement by leading technical pre-sales for FPGA prototyping platforms. Collaborate with sales to deliver tailored solutions, conduct evaluations, and build long-term partnerships...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Champion innovation by leading FPGA design projects that enhance aircraft autonomy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standar...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $175K *

Optimize project delivery by managing Gantt charts for multiple aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineers and leadership to ensure schedules align with critical paths, risks, and resource availab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electro-mechanical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development and optimize the design, testing, and evaluation of complex hardware subsyst...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital processing through innovative FPGA and embedded systems design. Collaborate on complex projects, leveraging your expertise in VHDL, Verilog, and embedd...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage in the design and development of innovative power supply systems, focusing on reliability testing for emerging power conversion ICs. Collaborate cross-functionally to create effective evaluatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $117K *

Champion quality excellence by collaborating with suppliers to ensure components meet rigorous standards. Drive continuous improvement and support new product introductions while leveraging strong ana...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative electrical systems for UTVs and ATVs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle performance and safety, while managing multiple projects in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of advanced electrical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure high-quality product deployment globally...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer concepts into innovative electrical designs that prioritize safety and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop detailed drawings and specifications for low- and...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of IoT by designing and deploying embedded systems for vehicles and equipment. Collaborate across teams to enhance technology, ensuring robust and secure communication while drivi...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Drive application-specific testing of solid state transformers, ensuring optimal performance across AI data centers, utility-scale BESS, and PV plants. Collaborate with Systems Integration to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform mission capabilities as a Hardware Engineer, collaborating in a multi-discipline team to innovate and implement cutting-edge radar technology for Space Domain and Missile Warning systems...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $149K *

Lead the charge in designing sophisticated wire harnesses for aviation and space applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and manufacturability while adhering to indus...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Engage with us to design innovative wire harness solutions for aviation and space applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and manufacturability while generating detailed design packag...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative wire harness solutions for aviation and space applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and manufacturability while enhancing you...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Join our team to design innovative wire harnesses for aviation and space applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and manufacturability while generating detailed design packa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Unlock potential by designing sophisticated wire harnesses for aviation and space applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and manufacturability while generating detailed des...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Help us advance space exploration by designing and testing cutting-edge electronic systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality performance in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Leverage your expertise in design, verification, and integration to drive innovation in signal processing and informa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $115K *

Innovate product solutions in aerospace engineering by collaborating with cross-functional teams, enhancing manufacturability, and driving continuous improvement to meet customer specifications and ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $182K *

Optimize the development and execution of cryogenic gas processing technologies, providing technical leadership and support across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage mechanical design and prototyping for automotive electronics, focusing on NX CAD development and reliability testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance thro...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.