Senior PCB Design & Layout Engineer, Power-Voltage-Stepping Apps

Direct Recruiters, Inc.; Bedford (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Direct Recruiters, Inc. is seeking a Senior PCB Design & Layout Engineer to architect and lay out advanced PCBs for power management and high‑voltage systems in Ohio.

You will own designs end‑to‑end, handle analog and discrete power circuitry, and perform hands‑on testing with LTSpice and light embedded code. The role requires 7–10+ years in PCB design, strong background in high‑voltage layouts, and collaboration with ASIC engineers.

Qualifications

• B.S./B.E. in a relevant engineering discipline required.
• 7–10+ years of PCB design and layout experience required.
• Strong background in high‑voltage, power PCB design, safety spacing, isolation and protection.
• Experience integrating ASIC‑based or mixed‑signal blocks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and lay out advanced PCBs for power management and high‑voltage applications.
• Perform signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC mitigation analyses.
• Write light embedded test code (C/C++/Python) and support board bring‑up and testing.
• Collaborate with ASIC engineers and vendors; create documentation and BOMs.

Skills

PCB design

Power electronics

Analog circuitry

Signal integrity

Embedded testing

Education

B.S. in Computer Engineering or Physics

Tools

Altium Designer

LTSpice

C/C++

Job description

Senior PCB Design & Layout Engineer – Power Management & High‑Voltage Systems

Bleeding Edge Ohio Based Technology Firm, Newly Created Role, Tremendous Growth Opportunity

Role Overview

You will be a Senior PCB Design & Layout Engineer responsible for architecting, designing, and laying out advanced PCBs used in power management, power stepping, power boosting, and high‑voltage conversion applications. This role requires deep experience with small‑form‑factor boards, discreet power circuitry, analog behavior, and hands‑on testing using LTSpice and light embedded code. Experience supporting ASIC‑based designs is a strong plus....You will work on a small, fast‑moving engineering team, often owning designs end‑to‑end.

Core Responsibilities

PCB Design & Layout

• Design boards for power management, including:
• Step‑up/step‑down converters
• Power boosting and high‑current delivery
• High‑voltage switching and protection
• Battery‑powered and low‑voltage systems
• Create layouts for very small, uniquely shaped, and space‑constrained PCBs.
• Optimize for thermal performance, creepage/clearance, isolation, and noise reduction.
• Work with discreet components, analog front‑ends, and power semiconductors.
• Collaborate with ASIC engineers to integrate ASIC‑based power or analog blocks into PCB designs.
• Perform signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC mitigation analysis.
• Drive DFM/DFT with fabrication partners; review stackups, tolerances, and manufacturing constraints.

Simulation, Analysis & Testing

• Use LTSpice (and similar tools) for analog/power circuit simulation.
• Validate power stages, switching behavior, transient response, and thermal loading.
• Write light embedded test code (C/C++/Python/Arduino‑style) to support board bring‑up and functional testing.
• Perform bench testing with scopes, meters, analyzers, and high‑voltage safety equipment.
• Document test results, failure analysis, and corrective actions.
• Work closely within a small engineering team; comfortable owning designs independently.
• Interface with mechanical, firmware, and ASIC engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Produce clear documentation: schematics, layout notes, BOMs, test plans, and revision histories.
• Support prototype builds, vendor coordination, and iterative design improvements.

Required Experience & Skills

• BSE, BS in Computer Engineering or Physics or similar.
• 7–10+ years PCB design and layout experience.
• Deep experience with power management PCB applications, including:
• High‑voltage switching
• Power stepping and current delivery
• Battery‑powered systems
• Strong background in analog circuitry, discreet components, and power semiconductors.
• Expertise designing very small, irregularly shaped PCBs with tight mechanical constraints.
• Hands‑on experience with high‑voltage PCB design, including safety spacing, isolation, and protection.
• Proficiency with Altium Designer (preferred) or similar EDA tools.
• Strong LTSpice simulation skills for analog/power circuits.
• Ability to write light embedded code for board testing and validation.
• Experience working on small teams and owning designs independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting or integrating ASIC‑based power or analog ICs.
• Familiarity with mixed‑signal PCB design.
• Knowledge of thermal modeling, stackup optimization, and high‑density interconnect (HDI) design.
• Experience with DFM/DFT, PCB fabrication processes, and vendor management.
• Background in ruggedized, harsh‑environment, or miniaturized electronics.

Role Attributes

• Highly independent, self‑directed engineer comfortable owning complex PCB designs.
• Strong analog intuition and power‑focused design mindset.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Thrives in small, fast‑moving engineering teams.

Note: Relocation Assistance is offered for this on‑site role.