Job Description

Are you a PCB Layout Designer who thrives on delivering top-notch quality and making an impact?

The Components Division of Miller Electric, an ITW Company, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced PCB Layout Designer to join our engineering team. In this role you will focus on the design and development of high-performance, high-reliability PCBs for welding and power source equipment that powers critical applications across the welding industry. You will also be responsible for designing PCBs that meet the stringent demands of welding technologies but also drive innovation in the performance, durability, and safety of our products.

As part of our dynamic team, you will work closely with engineers, business leaders, and vendors to design and validate cutting-edge circuit boards for advanced welding systems, from power control to system diagnostics. Your contributions will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet the highest industry standards for electrical performance, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance.

Onsite role with hybrid work flexibility. While we encourage onsite collaboration, remote work arrangements will be considered based on experience, role fit, and business needs.

How you will make an impact

PCB Layout & Design Execution
Perform component placement and routing of high-power, high voltage, high-speed, mixed-signal, and complex PCBs for embedded systems, ensuring optimal signal integrity, power delivery, and manufacturability.
Precision in layout, ensuring components are placed according to specifications for performance, electrical efficiency, and manufacturability.
Ability to identify and resolve issues during the layout or testing phase, such as short circuits, misplaced components, or routing errors.
Ensure PCB designs are optimized for manufacturing and assembly, implementing DFM and DFT best practices.
Process Improvement
Work closely with engineering teams, business leaders, and suppliers to ensure designs meet product specifications, manufacturability standards, and regulatory compliance.
Drive improvements in PCB layout techniques, signal integrity optimization, and manufacturability, contributing to the efficiency and performance of the design process.
Generate and maintain design documentation, including Gerber files, assembly drawings, schematics, BOMs, and other related documentation for production support.

What you need to do to be successful in this role:

Technical Aptitude within PCB including:
Proficiency in OrCAD, PADS and/or Altium Designer
Strong understanding of signal integrity and multilayer PCB stackups.
Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFT (Design for Testability) practices.
Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and resolving design issues in PCB manufacturing.
Problem-Solving: Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills to resolve issues effectively.
Positive Attitude: Maintain a professional, team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.
Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Education and Experience

Associate’s Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology required, BSEE degree is preferred
Experience with PCB layout design in high-power, high voltage, and mixed-signal applications.
3+ years experience required, 5+ years preferred

Company Description

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories. ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Additional Information

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why ITW Welding?

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:

Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.
Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.
Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.
Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.
Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!”

Compensation Information

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Qualifications

Technical Aptitude within PCB including:
Proficiency in OrCAD, PADS and/or Altium Designer
Strong understanding of signal integrity and multilayer PCB stackups
Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFT (Design for Testability) practices
Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and resolving design issues in PCB manufacturing
Problem-Solving: Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills to resolve issues effectively
Positive Attitude: Maintain a professional, team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills
Minimum Education and Experience
Experience with PCB layout design in high-power, high voltage, and mixed-signal applications

Benefits

Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future
Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters
Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind
Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey
Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development

Responsibilities

You will also be responsible for designing PCBs that meet the stringent demands of welding technologies but also drive innovation in the performance, durability, and safety of our products
As part of our dynamic team, you will work closely with engineers, business leaders, and vendors to design and validate cutting-edge circuit boards for advanced welding systems, from power control to system diagnostics
Your contributions will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet the highest industry standards for electrical performance, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance
Onsite role with hybrid work flexibility
While we encourage onsite collaboration, remote work arrangements will be considered based on experience, role fit, and business needs
PCB Layout & Design Execution
Perform component placement and routing of high-power, high voltage, high-speed, mixed-signal, and complex PCBs for embedded systems, ensuring optimal signal integrity, power delivery, and manufacturability
Precision in layout, ensuring components are placed according to specifications for performance, electrical efficiency, and manufacturability
Ability to identify and resolve issues during the layout or testing phase, such as short circuits, misplaced components, or routing errors
Ensure PCB designs are optimized for manufacturing and assembly, implementing DFM and DFT best practices
Process Improvement
Work closely with engineering teams, business leaders, and suppliers to ensure designs meet product specifications, manufacturability standards, and regulatory compliance
Drive improvements in PCB layout techniques, signal integrity optimization, and manufacturability, contributing to the efficiency and performance of the design process
Generate and maintain design documentation, including Gerber files, assembly drawings, schematics, BOMs, and other related documentation for production support

PCB Layout Designer

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