Second Order Effects
PCB Designer II at Second Order Effects is responsible for creating high-performance circuit board layouts across applications like power electronics, RF, mixed-signal, and high-speed digital systems within an engineering consulting environment. The role focuses on taking designs from concept through manufacturing handoff while anticipating risks, evaluating trade-offs, and driving decisions that balance technical rigor, schedule, and business needs. The position works closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure reliability and manufacturability for demanding mechanical, thermal, and EMI-constrained systems.
Headquarters
El Segundo, California, United States
Company Size
51-200 employees
Founded
2016
Second Order Effects is an engineering research and development firm that specializes in custom electronics and end-to-end electronic systems. We design, prototype, and deliver electronics and sensor systems for a range of industries, including automation, automotive, energy, medical, robotics, and space.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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