PCB Designer

About Us

Netcom, Inc. is a leading provider of RF filter solutions and advanced electronic devices, serving customers in defense, aerospace, telecommunications, and other high-reliability industries. We take pride in designing and manufacturing innovative, high-performance products in Wheeling, Illinois.

We’re looking for a PCB Designer to join our team and help bring cutting-edge designs from concept to production. If you’re passionate about electronics, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have deep experience in PCB layout, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop PCB layouts for RF filters and electronic devices.
• Perform board layout tasks including sizing, component placement, signal routing, and power/ground plane design.
• Create and validate component footprints, routing traces, and ensure manufacturability, performance, and reliability.
• Maintain PCB documentation including layouts, Gerbers, population files, and BOMs.
• Release CAD drawing packages for supplier and production use.
• Work closely with electrical engineers, manufacturing partners, and supplier technical staff.
• Participate in part and tooling design reviews.
• Maintain and update the component library (PCAD Library).
• Provide technical support to purchasing and other cross-functional teams.
• Communicate project progress, issues, and updates effectively with team members and leadership.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline (BSEE or equivalent preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in PCB design and layout.
• Proficiency with professional-grade PCB design tools (PCAD & Altium preferred).
• Strong understanding of electronic components and circuit behavior.
• Experience with RF filter design is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Why Join Netcom?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects in a growing, specialized industry.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong technical expertise.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to put your PCB design expertise to work in a hands-on, innovative environment, we welcome the opportunity to connect.

Apply on Indeed or send your resume to renee@netcominc.com. You may also apply directly through our website: www.netcominc.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person