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Cisco · 1 week ago

Hardware Engineer I (Co-op) - United States

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$44K/yr - $185K/yr

Cisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect. They are seeking a Hardware Engineer I (Co-op) to join their Creative Hardware Engineering team, where the role involves managing hardware design projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize hardware solutions.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Shape the product lifecycle by managing multiple priorities and advancing both immediate and long-term hardware goals

Build and sustain strong relationships with cross-functional teams while collaborating on ASIC Design and Verification for reliable, high-performance products

Drive innovation in System/Board Design, leveraging excellent communication skills to align and deliver robust hardware solutions

Apply your collaborative spirit and technical expertise to optimize Circuit Board Layout for efficiency, manufacturability, and quality

Champion Hardware Automation initiatives, working across business groups to streamline development and testing processes

Lead Validation and Test activities by fostering positive team dynamics and ensuring product excellence

Enhance Signal Integrity, coordinating with extended teams to achieve optimal speed and data fidelity in complex systems

Advance Power Design strategies, contributing to energy-efficient and sustainable hardware solutions as a trusted team player

Qualification

Hardware design toolsCircuit Board LayoutSignal IntegrityPower Design strategiesHardware testing techniquesTechnical problem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Foundational understanding of hardware engineering principles, including experience with hardware design and tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence, Mentor Graphics) and simulation software

Familiarity with hardware testing and debugging techniques using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters

Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals and technical problem-solving abilities

Able to commit to a 6-month co-op program

Able to legally live and work in the country for which you're applying, without visa support or sponsorship

Preferred

Ability to lead multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work toward both short- and long-term goals

Experience building and maintaining positive working relationships within diverse and extended teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to work collaboratively across business groups and teams (hardware, software, manufacturing, etc.)

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability coverage

Basic life insurance

10 paid holidays per full calendar year

1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees

1 paid day off for employee’s birthday

Paid year-end holiday shutdown

4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco

16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year

80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter

Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next

Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer

Company

Cisco

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Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.

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