PCB Layout Engineer I — Autonomous Aerial Systems

Powerus; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerus is seeking a PCB Layout Engineer to translate schematics into production-ready layouts for autonomous aerial systems. You will place components, route traces, manage design rules, and generate manufacturing outputs under senior guidance.

You will collaborate with mechanical engineers and contract manufacturers, maintain libraries, and support design reviews. A degree in electronics, PCB layout experience, and proficiency with Altium Designer (plus KiCad or Cadence) are preferred; U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience with PCB layout tools and design rules.
• Understanding of manufacturing constraints and land patterns.
• U.S. Person status and ITAR/EAR awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform component placement and trace routing for multi-layer PCBs using Altium Designer or equivalent EDA tools
• Apply design rules for trace width, spacing, via size, and clearance per project requirements
• Generate copper pours, stitching vias, and power plane assignments
• Run design rule checks and electrical rule checks; resolve violations prior to review
• Generate manufacturing output files including Gerber, ODB++, drill files, and assembly drawings
• Coordinate with mechanical engineering on board outline, keep-out zones, and connector placement
• Maintain component footprint libraries and verify land patterns against manufacturer datasheets
• Support design reviews by preparing layout documentation and constraint reports
• Assist with board revisions, ECO incorporation, and documentation updates

Skills

PCB layout familiarity

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering technology / electrical engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

KiCad

Cadence Allegro

Job description

Powerus is seeking a PCB Layout Engineer to translate schematics into production-ready layouts for autonomous aerial systems. You will place components, route traces, manage design rules, and generate manufacturing outputs under senior guidance.

You will collaborate with mechanical engineers and contract manufacturers, maintain libraries, and support design reviews. A degree in electronics, PCB layout experience, and proficiency with Altium Designer (plus KiCad or Cadence) are preferred; U.S.