Principal PCB Design Engineer

Emerson; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Austin, TX is seeking a principal PCB design engineer to lead RF/microwave and high-speed PCB layout projects. You will work with cross‑functional product teams to deliver robust hardware solutions and mentor junior designers.

The role requires deep expertise in grounding, shielding and transmission lines, plus hands‑on experience with power and high‑current analog layouts, and the ability to collaborate across Emerson’s global engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on PCB layout experience.
• Specialized RF/microwave PCB design knowledge including grounding, shielding, and transmission lines.
• Experience with high-speed/high-density digital and high-power/high-current analog layouts.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with principal and chief engineers in hardware roles to enhance project outcomes.
• Independently complete RF/microwave and other complex layout projects per inputs from the product team.
• Mentor junior engineers in the PCB design process and foster professional development.
• Independently evaluate and learn new PCB design tools & technologies.
• Accommodate occasional evening meetings for training, mentorship, collaboration, and design review.

Skills

RF Microwave

PCB Layout

High-speed Digital

Power Analog

Grounding Shielding

Team Collaboration

Mentorship

Job description

Job Description

As a principal PCB design engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of complex RF/microwave and advanced PCB layout projects, working closely with cross-functional product teams to achieve high-quality hardware solutions. This role combines deep technical expertise in RF, high-speed digital, and power PCB design with mentorship of junior designers, continuous evaluation of new technologies, and collaboration across global engineering teams.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL:

• Collaborate with principal and chief engineers in various hardware roles, contributing expertise to enhance overall project outcomes.
• Independently complete RF/microwave and other complex layout projects following the inputs and guidance of the product team.
• Help mentor junior engineers in the PCB design process to foster professional development, emphasizing effective communication and collaboration.
• Independently evaluate and learn new PCB design tools & technologies.
• Accommodate occasional evening meetings for training, mentorship, collaboration, and design review, considering the global nature of Emerson's operations.

WHO YOU ARE:

Driven engineering professional, able to deliver complex product designs, collaborating with multiple cross-discipline stakeholders, on a predictable schedule.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in PCB layout.
• Specialized experience with RF/microwave PCB design, including knowledge of grounding, shielding, and transmission lines.
• Familiarity with high-speed/high-density digital and high-power/high-current analog layout practices.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Authorized to work in