Principal Engineer R&D PCB (m/f/d)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 7, 2026.
Join HIMA Group - Innovate with purpose. Grow with technology.
HIMA Group is a globally independent provider of safety-related automation solutions for the process and rail industries, protecting people, assets, and the environment. Founded in 1908, the family-owned company is headquartered in Brühl near Mannheim, Germany, and has grown steadily through strategic acquisitions, including Sella Controls (UK) in 2023 and Origo Solutions (Norway) in 2024. Today, HIMA employs approximately 1,150 professionals across 22 group companies worldwide.
Our international teams bring together expertise from all corners of the world, working with a shared focus on developing reliable and sustainable solutions. At HIMA, employees are encouraged to take initiative, contribute their knowledge, and collaborate across borders to deliver projects with real impact.
Working at HIMA offers varied and responsible tasks, where your work has tangible influence. At the same time, you can continuously develop your skills and contribute to advancing safety technology. With a corporate culture built on collaboration, accountability, and sustainable innovation, we provide a professional environment where experts can thrive and make meaningful contributions.
Become part of a global success story and help shape the future of digital safety.
Responsibilities
- Creation and verification of complex, multilayer PCB designs that comply with EMC standards for prototypes and series-production products
- Creation and verification of library components for PCB design
- Creation, analysis, and integration of requirements from development, test preparation, and manufacturing, taking into account applicable standards and guidelines
- Creation and maintenance of technical documentation for our products
- Close collaboration throughout the development process with internal departments such as Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Testing, as well as external partners including suppliers, manufacturers, certification bodies, and EMC laboratories
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable qualification
- Several years of professional experience in PCB design and knowledge of CAD tools, preferably Cadence or Cadence Allegro
- Solid knowledge of circuit design and hardware design
- Comprehensive knowledge of EMC, signal integrity, and high-speed memory interfacing, as well as knowledge of standards (e.g., EN 61131-2, IPC guidelines) and their application
- Strong quality awareness and attention to detail
- Good written and spoken German and English skills
Our Benefits
Purpose-driven work: Contribute to sustainable solutions in safety-related automation that protect people, assets, and the environment.
Global collaboration and diversity: Work in diverse, internationally aligned teams that act as “One Team, One Goal” to deliver results worldwide.
Knowledge-driven culture: Share ideas, think entrepreneurially, and contribute to innovative solutions with tangible impact.
International work environment: Work with colleagues worldwide, participate in global projects, and collaborate across teams and countries.
Development opportunities: Long-term career opportunities within an expanding international organization.
Community and culture: Team events, open communication, flat hierarchies, collaborative teamwork, and a culture of diversity and inclusion.
Disclaimer
HIMA Group offers flexible working hours and the option to work remotely. For certain positions, employees can choose between different part-time models. Job sharing is also possible.
Diversity, equality, and inclusion are an integral part of our corporate culture. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity.
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