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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$135K - $251K *

Unlock your potential as you design complex electrical systems for cutting-edge avionics. Contribute to dynamic projects while collaborating with experts, ensuring timely delivery of innovative hardwa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $251K *

Empower innovation by designing advanced avionics circuits for critical programs. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze, create, and deliver complex electrical systems while maintaining high stan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $172K *

Advance your career by developing innovative mechanical design solutions that enhance performance and reliability in semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to drive pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $125K *

Partner with us to design and enhance innovative 3D CAD models, integrating complex mechanical and fluidic systems while ensuring precision, documentation standards, and customer specifications are me...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by developing and testing embedded real-time DSP and control systems for advanced applications, utilizing C/C++ and MATLAB to optimize performance and contribute to cutting-edge te...

Ottawa, ONHybrid

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Drive the lifecycle management and continuous improvement of gas turbine components while serving as the technical authority in engineering, quality, and manufacturing support. Collaborate across team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform product development by collaborating with engineering and suppliers to optimize design for manufacturability and cost. Drive excellence in mechanical components, ensuring quality and sustain...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $284K *

Transform the future of design technology by developing ESD rule decks that enhance product reliability and accelerate market readiness. Collaborate with top engineers to solve complex challenges and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $284K *

Lead the charge in developing ESD rule decks for cutting-edge technologies, collaborating with design and reliability teams to enhance automation and methodologies, ensuring robust and efficient verif...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $284K *

Drive innovation by developing ESD/LU rule decks for cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with design and reliability teams to enhance automation and methodologies, ensuring robust product delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $284K *

Shape the future of technology by developing ESD rule decks for cutting-edge Intel products. Collaborate with top engineers to enhance design methodologies and drive innovation in a fast-paced environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$91K - $169K *

Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical circuits for advanced avionics systems, ensuring compliance with stringent requirements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Develop innovative avionics solutions for strategic missile systems, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams. Contribute to the design, testing, and integration of cutting-edge el...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Reimagine the future of aerospace technology by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and testing advanced electrical systems for missile safety. Your expertise will drive innovation and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in missile safety through cutting-edge electrical design and testing. Contribute to the development of critical systems in a dynamic environment, ensuring the rel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $120K *

Transform engineering concepts into detailed designs and documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality and manufacturability standards while supporting pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Make your mark at the forefront of design by transforming complex product requirements into elegant user flows and interfaces, collaborating closely with Product and Engineering teams to deliver seaml...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $114K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space power systems. As a Power Electronics Engineer, you'll design, test, and validate cutting-edge hardware, collaborating with experts to ensure high-reliab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing workflows, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive standardiz...

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Innovate in the photonics and semiconductor field by designing advanced high-speed analog ICs. Collaborate in the development of next-gen optical communication systems, enhancing data transmission eff...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $150K *

Develop and optimize low-level systems for ARM architecture, focusing on kernel engineering, virtualization, and security. Collaborate on complex hardware-software integrations to enhance performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $169K *

Advance your career by developing and supporting full-stack applications in a dynamic team, focusing on cloud-based and on-premises solutions, while thriving in a collaborative environment with a comm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $270K *

Engage in the design and development of advanced ASICs for space and ground systems. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance Starlink's capabilities, ensuring reliable connectivity global...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, resolve technical issues, and drive productivity improvements. Collaborate with teams to implement changes, train staff, and ensure qua...

5 days ago

  •   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.