Lead PCB Designer

Proper Voltage

PCB Designer responsible for complex designs for high-performance battery systems at Proper Voltage. Collaborating with teams to ensure production-ready hardware fast in a dynamic environment.

Posted 5/9/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

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 (BMS) DC-DC converters and power stages High-current distribution
Optimize for: High-current paths & low impedance Thermal performance 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

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)
High-current and/or high-voltage layouts
EMI-aware design practices
Solid understanding of: IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-2152)
Thermal and current density considerations
Ability to work independently and move fast in a startup environment.

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

PCB layoutAltium DesignerPower electronicsBuck convertersBoost convertersSwitching regulatorsHigh-current layoutsHigh-voltage layoutsEMI-aware designThermal performance

Soft Skills

Ability to work independentlyFast-paced workCollaboration

Certifications

IPC-2221IPC-2152