Remote PCB Design Engineer
Description
Remote PCB Design Engineer
Role Summary
Are you a detail-oriented PCB designer who thrives in a remote environment? We’re seeking a highly motivated Remote PCB Design Engineer to create accurate, production-ready circuit board layouts that support innovative technology. This position offers the flexibility of working from any location while working alongside an internationally distributed team of skilled hardware engineers. In this role, you’ll transform complex schematics into robust PCBs for consumer electronics, embedded systems, industrial devices, and IoT solutions. You will have the opportunity to impact high-performance hardware while engaging in a dynamic, supportive, and fully virtual engineering culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and update multilayer printed circuit boards using industry-leading EDA tools.
- Translate circuit schematics into precise, optimized PCB layouts that meet mechanical and electrical specifications.
- Implement best practices for trace routing, power distribution, signal integrity, and thermal design.
- Coordinate with specialists in electrical, mechanical, and production engineering to align on design rules, DFM (design for manufacturability), and DFT (design for testability).
- Conduct design reviews and incorporate feedback to improve board functionality and manufacturability.
- Generate fabrication-ready output including Gerber files, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve design issues throughout the prototype and validation stages.
- Work closely with vendors to understand board manufacturing constraints and material selections.
Tools and Technologies
PCB Design Software
- Altium Designer for high-performance board layouts
- KiCad for open-source collaborative projects
- Cadence Allegro for complex multi-board systems
Collaboration Tools
- Git and cloud-based repositories for file versioning
- Communication platforms like Slack and Zoom for daily syncs
- Task tracking tools like Trello or Jira to align goals across time zones
Simulation and Testing
- Signal integrity analysis tools for high-speed designs
- Thermal analysis software for heat management in dense layouts
- Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and lab equipment for hardware validation
Work Environment and Engineering Impact
This full-time remote opportunity enables you to work from your preferred location while contributing to global product development. You’ll become an integral part of a distributed engineering team delivering real-world solutions across telecommunications, automation, and embedded computing. Your layout decisions will directly influence device performance, product lifecycle, and user reliability. As a member of our virtual hardware group, your expertise helps bridge the gap between design and deployment.
Candidate Profile
Technical Expertise
- Demonstrated proficiency in designing 2–8 layer boards with a mix of analog and digital components
- Knowledge of impedance control, return path strategies, EMI reduction, and controlled impedance routing
- Familiarity with board stack-up design, signal timing, and via selection for high-speed interfaces
- Comfortable working with schematic capture tools and simulation platforms
- Ability to read datasheets and component specifications to ensure layout accuracy
- Experience applying IPC standards and ensuring layouts meet industry-grade manufacturing criteria
Interpersonal Strengths
- Capable of handling design iterations independently while keeping stakeholders updated
- Strong collaboration mindset when working with cross-functional teams across various time zones
- Effective written and verbal communication for remote discussions and design documentation
- Self-disciplined with time management and organizational skills suited for remote workflows
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a closely related technical field
- 2 to 5 years of hands-on PCB design experience in a professional setting
- Solid understanding of electrical concepts like decoupling, grounding, impedance, and noise mitigation
- Fluency in preparing and verifying fabrication packages for manufacturing partners
- Comfort with design validation tools and 3D visualization software for mechanical alignment
- English proficiency to facilitate remote meetings and technical documentation
Compensation and Perks
- Annual salary: $44,549
- Flexible remote work from any location
- Paid vacation days, personal leave, and mental health days
- Access to training resources and continued education in PCB design technologies
- Work on purposeful projects involving real-time embedded control, edge devices, and robotics
- Respectful team culture with transparency, accountability, and innovation at its core
Why Choose This Role
This isn’t just another layout role—it’s a chance to design the electrical backbone of next-generation technology. You'll contribute to sleek hardware products used globally, gain exposure to emerging design methodologies, and enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your designs go from blueprint to reality. You’ll grow your skillset by working with passionate professionals who believe in precision, feedback, and the pursuit of engineering excellence. Whether you're laying out boards for environmental sensors, smart wearables, or industrial control systems, your work will directly shape how users experience reliable, scalable tech solutions.
Career Growth and Learning
We offer a stimulating environment where your career can thrive. From onboarding sessions on PCB stack-up techniques to advanced webinars on signal integrity modeling, we equip you with the tools to succeed. Our mentorship culture and weekly knowledge-sharing sessions help you stay current with evolving standards and design practices. You’ll have regular check-ins focused on growth, opportunities to lead projects, and support for certifications that boost your long-term career in electronics engineering.
Application Process
We’re seeking sharp, reliable PCB designers who want to make their mark on the hardware landscape. If you’re passionate about quality layouts, intelligent design choices, and collaborating in a flexible work environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your board-level engineering expertise to a role where your work powers innovation, one layer at a time.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
1. What’s a typical day really like for a remote PCB Design Engineer?
Most mornings start with a look at your latest project in Altium, KiCad, or Cadence. You’ll spend some time adjusting layouts or tackling a stubborn trace, then hop onto Slack or Zoom to swap ideas with teammates in other time zones. One part of your day could be troubleshooting a tricky signal issue, while another might be sharing a design update or prepping files for the next manufacturing run. There’s always a mix of heads-down focus and teamwork, and the best part is that you set the rhythm from wherever you work best.
2. What makes this job challenging—and fun?
Turning complex diagrams into a smooth, working circuit board is never dull. You’ll wrestle with EMI, tight tolerances, and all sorts of signals zipping across the board. Sometimes you’ll invent a new way to squeeze everything into a tiny space, or figure out a clever fix for a manufacturing snag. Every project is a new puzzle—and you’re the one who gets to solve it.
3. How do remote PCB designers keep projects moving together?
Distance doesn’t slow you down. You’ll message on Slack, trade files in Git, and jump on quick video calls to talk through ideas or roadblocks. Virtual design reviews mean feedback comes from anywhere, and there’s always a way to share wins or solve problems as a group. Even when everyone’s in a different time zone, projects stay on track through clear updates and open teamwork.
4. How does this role help you grow as an engineer?
There’s always something new to learn. You’ll get hands-on with fresh EDA tools, join weekly sessions where the team swaps tricks, and try your hand at all kinds of board layouts. Mentors are just a message away if you hit a roadblock, and you’re pushed to step up, whether it’s leading a design review or earning a new certification. Growth isn’t just encouraged; it’s built into how the job works.
5. Can you really set your own hours in this remote job?
Yes—you really can. Would you like to start at sunrise or work late at night? It’s your call. You design your workspace and schedule so you can focus when you’re at your sharpest. The company trusts you to get the job done and to take care of yourself, too. That means plenty of flexibility and time off, so you can do your best work and still have a life outside the office.