PCB Layout and Interconnect Engineer
Remote·Posted today
infrastructureairobotics
<div class="content-intro"><p>Agility’s commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we're pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential.</p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About The Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This role will influence the design of the next generation of Digit, aimed at meeting customer needs at a commercial scale. The PCB Layout and Interconnect Engineer will help drive the robot design and will develop robust and reliable electronics for this and future robot generations. Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers is essential to understand product requirements and ensure designs are robust, safe, and production-ready.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About The Work</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The PCB Layout and Interconnect Engineer’s responsibilities include:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Executing complex, multi-layer printed circuit board layouts using Altium Designer to create PCB engineering deliverables for release.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Designing system cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and interconnect schematics based on mechanical and electrical constraints.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Estimating duration of work efforts to contribute to project schedules.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Implementing PCB layout solutions and/or harness solutions to improve emissions mitigation, power dissipation, test, manufacturing, and assembly test (DFM/DFA).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Executing PCB layout or harness design and release checklists and presenting your design at cross-functional design reviews.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Collaborating closely with Mechanical Engineering to define board outlines, connector placement, keep-out areas, 3D harness routing through robotic assemblies, etc.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Partnering with PCB fabricators, assembly houses, and cable harness vendors to resolve technical queries and support production.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About You</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Candidates should possess the following qualifications:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">5 or more years of PCB layout and cable harness design experience.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Deep experience with Altium Designer (for PCB layout) and 3D ECAD/MCAD integration.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with complex layout constraints including high-speed differential signaling, impedance control, and power electronics.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">3D visualization capabilities to imagine and optimize space constrained circuitry and harness routing in challenging mechanical and thermal environments.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong understanding of IPC standards for PCB fabrication/assembly and wire harness assembly (IPC-620).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Cable harness design specifically using Altium Harness.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Flex and rigid-flex circuit design.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Component footprint and symbol generation/management in Altium.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Must thrive in a highly dynamic environment with rapidly evolving requirements, tight schedules, and enjoy building collaborative relationships on a daily basis.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Authorization to work in the USA</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Bonus Points</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Candidates with more of the following will be more highly regarded:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with Altium Multi-board design and system-level connectivity.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency using Altium CoDesigner for seamless ECAD/MCAD synchronization.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of HyperLynx for Signal Integrity (SI) and/or Power Integrity (PI) analysis.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with PTC Creo for mechanical integration and clearance checks.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Adjacent engineering disciplines (schematic entry, firmware, mechanical, test).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Project management tools experience (especially using Jira).</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Location</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This is a fully remote role with the option to work hybrid if a commutable distance from our Salem, OR, Pittsburgh, PA, or Fremont, CA offices. Candidates should anticipate regular travel to Salem, Oregon, or Fremont, California, averaging 1 week per quarter over a year, with bursts of extended stays in Salem or Fremont during critical project phases.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em>The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This range may change based on geographical location and may be modified in the future.</em></span></p> <p> </p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Anticipated Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$137,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$179,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><em>In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:</em></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>401(k) Plan:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Includes a 6% company match.</li> <li><strong>Equity:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Company stock options.</li> <li><strong>Insurance Coverage:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.</li> <li><strong>Benefit Start Date:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.</li> <li><strong>Well-Being Support:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</li> <li><strong>Time Off:</strong> <ul> <li><strong>Exempt Employees:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.</li> <li><strong>Non-Exempt Employees:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>On-Site Perks:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.</li> <li><strong>Parental Leave:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Generous paid parental leave programs.</li> <li><strong>Work Environment:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.</li> <li><strong>Growth Opportunities:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.</li> <li><strong>Relocation Assistance:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Provided for eligible roles.</li> <li><strong>Annual Discretionary Bonus:</strong> Provided for eligible roles.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Agility Robotics does not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiting agencies. We prioritize direct applicants and encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our careers page. If you are represented by a third party, your application may not be considered. To ensure full consideration, please apply directly.</strong></p> <p> </p></div>