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.