PWB Designer

Microwave Products Group; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan (bonus)

Paid vacation and sick time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement account with matching

Educational reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Job summary

A specialized technology firm in Olde West Chester, OH is seeking a PWB Designer responsible for the design and development of printed wiring boards for military applications. This role includes designing multi-layer PCBs, RF components, and ensuring compliance with military standards. Candidates should have a CAD-related associate’s degree and substantial experience in CAD. Benefits include health insurance, a retirement plan, annual bonuses, and educational reimbursement. This position requires onsite presence and offers significant opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in CAD, or 10+ years of high-level experience in CAD.
• Knowledge of CAD software required.
• Experience with military standards and specifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design of multi-layer PCBs with multi-material stack-ups.
• Design RF, analog, digital, and mixed-signal boards.
• Responsible for all relevant design documentation.

Skills

Familiarity with DxDesigner

PADS Power PCB software

Altium

Effective communication

Adaptable problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Associate’s degree in a CAD-related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

Job description

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum–centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission‑critical communications and space‑based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn‑key solutions. Civilian, government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG’s deep engineering expertise and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it.

As a PWB Designer at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will be responsible for the design and development of printed wiring boards for military applications. The designs include RF amplifiers, power supplies, digital controllers and backplanes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design of multi‑layer PCBs (2 to 18+ layer) double‑sided boards with multi‑material stack‑ups.
• Design of RF, analog, digital, and mixed‑signal boards.
• Design to military and IPC printed wiring board standards.
• Create and modify package decals to suit design needs.
• Design using a mix of SMT and through‑hole parts.
• Design using BGA, QFN and other high‑density packages.
• Responsible for all relevant design documentation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with DxDesigner and PADS Power PCB software and/or Altium.
• Detail oriented.
• Effective communication with electrical and mechanical engineers.
• Effective communication with fabrication houses for change requests or deviations.
• Interpret detailed engineering specs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Adaptable problem‑solving methods.
• Ability to work independently and within a group/team environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in a CAD‑related field and 5+ years of experience in CAD, or 10+ years of high‑level experience in CAD required.
• Knowledge of CAD software required.
• CID or CID+ a plus.
• Experience with RF‑based systems a plus.
• Experience with military standards and specifications a plus.
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident – Green Card Holder).

Benefits

• Annual incentive plan (bonus).
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Up to 10 paid holidays per year.
• 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance – 100% company paid.
• Other ancillary insurance options available.
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable).
• Profit‑sharing plan – potential up to 3% of base salary.
• Educational reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year.

Compensation and Additional Information

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Pay Range: - per hour

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.