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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving technical excellence and customer integration through expert application support, project collaboration, and innovative solutions in a dynamic engineering environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering. Own high-impact features, ship daily, and rapidly iterate on user feedback in a fast-paced environment, utilizing cutting-edge AI tools to maximize p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation in RF engineering by leading a team to design advanced RF systems. Drive collaboration across disciplines to enhance avionics technology and deliver cutting-edge solutions that mee...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Support innovative mechanical design for high-performance electronic products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality from concept through production, while addressin...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $125K *

Empower sourcing strategies by leveraging engineering expertise to optimize supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality in manufacturing processes. Collaborate with global teams to...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing UEFI firmware for new hardware platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure stability and performance in embedded systems. Drive innovatio...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by providing expert electrical engineering support for mining and industrial projects. Drive design and compliance across all project phases, ensuring quality and safety in power dist...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Architect effective digital signage solutions by overseeing project phases from concept through implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring technical excellence and client s...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team focused on application verification and product support for chassis modules. Contribute expertise in engineering to optimize project delivery and enhance customer satisfaction in t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting trustworthy automation experiences, where you'll own every aspect of user interaction from design through implementation, impacting the protection of user iden...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $276K *

Play a key role in designing complex PCBs for cutting-edge satellite communications, focusing on high-speed digital and RF systems. Collaborate with engineers to ensure manufacturability and optimize...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$197K - $276K *

Join a team that's redefining PCB design for advanced RF and mixed-signal systems. You'll lead complex layouts, conduct feasibility studies, and ensure manufacturability, all while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $162K *

Drive innovation by designing and delivering high-performance electronic products. Collaborate with a skilled team to own all aspects of hardware design, from conception to production, ensuring excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear technology by leading the design of reactor vessels and pressure-boundary systems. Your expertise in ASME BPVC Section III will drive compliance and in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Join our team to develop cutting-edge RF sensing capabilities for autonomous defense platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize firmware for next-gen radar s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $134K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative electronic circuits for life safety fire products. Collaborate across teams to create, test, and validate reliable solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced RF network solutions, managing multiple projects across various environments. Collaborate with teams to optimize 5G/4G systems, ensuring high performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Join our innovative Semiconductor Technology team to lead the design of radiation-hardened microelectronics. You'll drive the development of advanced standard cell libraries, optimize performance, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engineer cutting-edge radiation-hardened microelectronics, driving the development of advanced standard cell libraries. Collaborate with foundries, optimize performance, and enhance reliability throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $150K *

Grow your career with us as you lead aerospace design projects, creating innovative mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with ind...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Drive complex hardware development programs from concept to production, ensuring high-quality delivery. Collaborate across engineering disciplines and manage relationships with partners to facilitate...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $180K *

Optimize avionics manufacturing processes as a hands-on leader, driving design efficiency and quality. Collaborate on R&D, establish standards, and mentor engineers to enhance production capabilities...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $162K *

Optimize hardware applications by providing technical support and design guidance. Collaborate with engineering teams to validate semiconductor solutions through hands-on testing and troubleshooting i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $251K *

Transform aerospace and defense solutions by leading the design and integration of advanced digital ASIC and FPGA technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance micr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $211K *

Transform cutting-edge semiconductor packaging by leading design and development of high-speed IC solutions, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability through collaboration across engineering...

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  •   5 - 7 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.