Lead PCB Design Engineer

Proper Voltage

. Own PCB layout from concept through release using Altium Designer .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in PCB layout design using Altium Designer, with a strong focus on power electronics and compliance with IPC standards. Proven ability to optimize thermal performance and high-current paths while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PCB Layout ExperienceAltium Designer ExpertisePower Electronics DesignEMI/EMC ComplianceIPC Standards Knowledge

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Hard Skills

PCB LayoutPower ElectronicsHigh-Current LayoutsThermal OptimizationEMI-Aware DesignBattery Management SystemsWired Communication ProtocolsWireless Communication ProtocolsMixed-Signal ASIC LayoutCPLD Layout

Soft Skills

Independent WorkFast-Paced Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

Altium Designer

Industry Keywords

IPC-2221IPC-2152UL StandardsIEC StandardsAutomotive Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblySwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own PCB layout from concept through release using Altium Designer
Design multi-layer boards (4–12+ layers) for battery management systems, DC-DC converters and power stages, and high-current distribution
Optimize high-current paths and low impedance
Optimize thermal performance
Design for EMI/EMC compliance
Define stack-ups and collaborate directly with fabrication and assembly partners
Build and maintain component libraries and design rules in Altium
Support bring-up, debugging, and rapid iteration cycles
Work directly with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to bring power electronics from concept to production-ready hardware

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of PCB layout experience
Strong expertise in Altium Designer
Proven experience with power electronics (buck/boost converters, switching regulators)
Proven experience with high-current and/or high-voltage layouts
Proven experience with EMI-aware design practices
Solid understanding of IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-2152)
Solid understanding of thermal and current density considerations
Ability to work independently and move fast in a startup environment
Experience with lithium-ion battery systems or BMS (preferred)
Startup or small-team experience (preferred)
Familiarity with UL, IEC, or automotive standards (preferred)
Experience working directly with overseas fabs/CMs (preferred)
Prior experience with smart battery management systems for various cell chemistries (preferred)
Experience implementing wired and wireless communication protocols (preferred)
Experience laying out mixed-signal ASICs, FPGAs, and/or CPLDs (preferred)
Must be able to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity options as part of the compensation package
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off and paid holidays (PTO) policy