Wagner Engineering is the Brain child developed by Dylan Wagner. Dylan Received his bachelors in electrical engineering from the university of illinois in 2014, having his senior project inducted into the university’s engineering hall of fame, pioneering the ability to track the position of a soccer ball in relation to the field of play for offsides penalties, well ahead of the technology being Implemented in modern professional sports. he has spent his career working as a firmware developer, software developer, and Electrical Engineer for juggernauts including power electronics, northgate technologies, and nice | hysecurity.
Over the course of Dylan’s Journey, he learned a few key things.
1. by continuously doing good, you’ll turn a profit.
2. Don’t just be good, do good. every single day.
3. be relentless and do it right in everything you do.
At Wagner Engineering, we believe that Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are not just the backbone of modern electronics but a canvas where technology and creativity converge. Designing a PCB is more than a technical endeavor; it is a harmonious blend of precision engineering and artistry.
The Technological Marvel
PCBs form the core of electronic systems, interconnecting components to enable seamless communication and functionality. The design process at Wagner Engineering involves multiple intricate steps, such as schematic capture, component placement, routing, and simulation, all performed with cutting-edge tools like Altium Designer—our trusted partner in innovation.
These tools allow our engineers to model circuits, simulate performance, and optimize layouts with remarkable precision. From ensuring signal integrity and power distribution to managing thermal performance and manufacturability, our team consistently rises to the challenges of high-speed circuits, RF designs, and multilayer boards. These advancements make PCB design not only a technical challenge but also a domain for groundbreaking innovation.
The Artistic Side
At Wagner Engineering, we view PCB design as an art form, where every board reflects our commitment to excellence and creativity. Here’s how artistry shapes our designs:
- Component Placement: Component placement is like arranging a puzzle. Our designers focus on achieving both functionality and harmony in the layout. Thoughtful positioning minimizes trace lengths, reduces interference, and enhances visual appeal.
- Trace Routing: Trace routing is where engineering meets design. Our team creates intricate, elegant patterns that balance functionality and aesthetics. High-frequency designs often require innovative solutions, such as curved traces and controlled impedance routing, ensuring optimal performance while maintaining visual clarity.
- Layer Organization: Multilayer boards require thoughtful planning to allocate layers for power, ground, and signals. Our designers meticulously organize stack-ups for both technical efficiency and aesthetic coherence.
- Silkscreen Design: The silkscreen layer is our opportunity to showcase branding and attention to detail. From clear labels and outlines to creative logos, the silkscreen transforms a functional board into a branded masterpiece.
- Color Choices: PCBs at Wagner Engineering are designed with branding in mind. While traditional green is common, we offer a variety of solder mask colors that align with our clients’ branding and style preferences, including black, blue, and red.