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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$81K - $150K *

Lead the design and integration of circuit card assemblies for defense systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with stringent performance and environmental standards wh...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal PCB Design Engineer, leading complex board designs and driving best practices in aerospace applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality, reliable de...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of high-performance CPU/GPU design, driving full-chip implementation from RTL to signoff. Leverage your expertise in physical design, automation, and optimization t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering by developing innovative solutions through collaboration with customers and R&D. Drive impactful design analysis and enhance product performance in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of renewable energy by leading 3D design for utility-scale battery and solar projects. Collaborate with engineers, mentor designers, and ensure project success through innovative...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative RF validation testing and optimization, enhancing multi-radio products. Collaborate on debugging and reporting, utilizing advanced equipment to resolve design issues and support sea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $168K *

Innovate your career by leading the design and development of high-speed IO products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and meet customer requirements while driving p...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $168K *

Join a team that's redefining mechanical design for high-speed I/O products. Collaborate globally to innovate, develop, and validate hardware solutions that meet customer needs while ensuring manufact...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Transform PCB design processes by integrating innovative RF and mixed signal solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring manufacturability and compliance through diligent documentatio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace technology by designing high-speed embedded electronics for space hardware. Collaborate across disciplines to innovate and ensure reliability in extreme environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engage in the design and development of advanced electronic systems for aerospace test equipment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable solutions, ensuring compliance with specif...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing high-performance analog circuitry for advanced aerospace applications. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to drive innovative sensing technologies fro...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $142K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs for modular data centers, ensuring compliance and performance across international standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver hands-on solutions from concept t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hardware systems for critical operations. You'll design, develop, and implement solutions while supporting testing and project execution, ensuring high-qualit...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $300K *

Champion innovative analog layout designs, leading a skilled team to deliver high-quality mixed-signal solutions. Collaborate closely with project stakeholders to ensure adherence to design guidelines...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $195K *

Champion innovation in Physical IC Design, driving advancements in next-gen AI/ML ecosystems. Lead the execution from RTL to silicon tape-out, collaborating closely with design engineers to ensure wor...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $207K *

Join us as a Physical IC Design Engineer to drive advancements in AI/ML technology and enhance mega datacenters. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment and lead world-class performance initiatives...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $207K *

Champion the future of AI/ML! Drive Physical IC Design from RTL to silicon tape-out and optimize high-performance products within a collaborative, in-person environment, ensuring precision and innovat...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $195K *

Lead the design execution from RTL to silicon tape-out, optimizing AI/ML product performance for mega datacenters. Collaborate with engineers in a hands-on environment to develop innovative methodolog...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $207K *

Execute the physical design process from RTL to silicon tape-out, ensuring top-level performance through synthesis, verification, and collaboration. Drive advancements in AI/ML ecosystems within a dyn...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI/ML by executing physical design processes, from RTL to silicon tape-out, in a collaborative environment focused on cutting-edge datacenter solutions and ent...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $207K *

Transform the future of AI/ML by driving physical IC design from RTL to silicon tape-out. Engage with cutting-edge technology while leading performance at mega datacenters and collaborating with top e...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $195K *

Empower innovation by leading the physical design of cutting-edge ICs, optimizing performance for AI/ML ecosystems, and driving full cycle from RTL to tape-out in a dynamic team environment. Collabora...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $253K *

Shape the future of mission-critical power systems by leading the design of advanced electronics hardware for 3-phase UPS and DC power conversion, influencing global teams and driving innovation from...

Today

  •   11 - 15 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.