Principal PCB Design Engineer

Emerson•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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 the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in any STEM courses
Experience with the Siemenx Xpedition toolset.
Wire bond design (e.g. Siemens Xpedition Advanced Packaging tools).
RF/microwave simulation tools (e.g. AWR, CST).
Other signal or power integrity tools (e.g. Hyperlynx or Hyperlynx DRC).
Hands-on experience with high-speed/high-density digital and/or high-power/high-current analog layout.
Comparative experience with other (non-Xpedition) platforms.

Responsibilities

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.