PCB Designer II
Second Order EffectsCalifornia, United States
Posted January 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Second Order Effects is an engineering consulting firm that specializes in electrical, electromechanical, and embedded systems.
Job Description
Join our Electrical Engineering team as a PCB Designer II and work on creating high-performance circuit board layouts. Collaborate with interdisciplinary project teams to achieve project goals and meet desired specifications. We thrive on solving complex interdisciplinary challenges and supporting each other’s technical and professional growth.
Requirements
- Own the design of PCB layouts from concept through manufacturing handoff for a variety of applications
- Ensure manufacturing readiness of boards by applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices
- Produce consistently high-quality layouts and footprints aligned with IPC standards and SOE best practices
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and SI/PI engineers to optimize layouts for thermal, EMI, and mechanical integration
Benefits
- Compensation range of $118,860-$148,580 + equity incentive plan
- Flexible work hours and work from home policy
- 100% employer-paid health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employees + 50% dependent coverage
- Unlimited paid time off policy, 11x paid company holidays, 12x paid sick days
- 401(k) retirement account and employer matching (Safe Harbor 4%)
- Generous paid parental leave
- Relocation assistance available if 50+ miles away from the office
- Electric Vehicle (EV) charging ports
- Catered lunches, snacks, and accessible kitchen