Electrical Design Engineer (Altium / SOM & SBC Design)

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer (Altium / SOM & SBC Design)Location: Cedarburg, WI - Onsite Only About the RoleWe are Looking for highly skilled Electrical Design Engineer experienced in developing complex embedded hardware platforms based on NXP i.MX System-on-Modules (SOMs) and Single-Board Computers (SBCs). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Altium Designer, from schematic capture through layout, routing, and board bring-up.You will play a key role in designing, routing, and validating next-generation IoT and wireless embedded solutions, collaborating closely with firmware and mechanical teams to ensure production-ready, high-performance designs.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform full-lifecycle PCB design — schematic capture, layout, and routing using Altium Designer.Design and route high-speed digital interfaces including DDR, eMMC, HDMI, USB, Ethernet, LVDS, SDIO, SPI, and I²C.Develop and validate power distribution networks, ensuring signal integrity and EMC compliance.Collaborate cross-functionally with firmware, mechanical, and test engineers for hardware bring-up and verification.Create and maintain BOMs, design documentation, and fabrication/assembly packages.Participate in DFM/DFT reviews and contribute to design and peer review processes.Troubleshoot and debug hardware during prototype and validation phases.Required QualificationsBachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering.Expert-level proficiency in Altium Designer (schematic capture and PCB layout).Proven experience designing NXP i.MX, TI Sitara, or similar SOM/SBC hardware.Strong understanding of high-speed signal design, impedance control, power regulation, and EMC considerations.In-depth knowledge of standard communication interfaces — USB, Ethernet, SPI, I²C, LVDS, SDIO, etc.Ability to work onsite in Cedarburg, WI (preferred).Excellent documentation, analytical, and communication skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience with IoT or wireless product design.Hands-on experience with board bring-up and debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.).Familiarity with compliance, validation, and certification processes.