Hardware Engineer - Hardware Validation Testing
Description For Hardware Engineer - Hardware Validation Testing
Join the Service Provider Hardware Team inside Cisco's Common Hardware Group (CHG). This team develops groundbreaking routers deployed in Service Providers and Data Centers worldwide.
As a Hardware Engineer on the Hardware Design Validation Test (DVT) team, you will be a critical member of the EDVT (Electrical), MDVT (Mechanical), PDVT (Power), or DVT Automation team. You will work closely with multi-functional teams (Hardware Development, Diagnostics/ Software Development, Mechanical, SI, Power, Thermal, Compliance, and Manufacturing).
Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing, developing, and testing innovative hardware
- Defining test processes and procedures
- Writing complete unit and system-level test plans
- Implementing end-to-end test execution
- Debugging and isolating complex problems
- Supporting Design Engineers on complex issues
- Performing power supply qualification and system power analysis
- Identifying test and process improvements
- Helping with root cause field issues and customer partner concerns
- Performing thermal design qualification and characterization
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's in electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering with 7+ years of experience, or Master's with 5+ years of experience
- Experience with Hardware Validation Testing and Processes (Electrical or Power)
- Experience with debugging routing, switching, and networking systems
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge of hardware blocks & subsystems
- Experience with Electrical Test and Measurement Equipment
- Experience with Mechanical Test Equipment
- Knowledge of Mechanical Design principles and Environmental Test Standards
- Knowledge of scripting languages or automation tools
- Understanding of OSI model, LAN/WAN topologies, and basic router and switch configurations
Cisco offers a competitive salary range, quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching contribution, paid holidays, PTO, and numerous wellbeing offerings. Join Cisco to be part of a diverse and inclusive team that powers a more digital future for everyone.
Responsibilities For Hardware Engineer - Hardware Validation Testing
- Design, develop, and test innovative hardware
- Define test processes and procedures
- Write unit and system-level test plans
- Implement end-to-end test execution
- Debug and isolate complex problems
- Support Design Engineers on complex issues
- Perform power supply qualification and system power analysis
- Identify test and process improvements
- Help with root cause field issues and customer partner concerns
- Perform thermal design qualification and characterization
Requirements For Hardware Engineer - Hardware Validation Testing
- Bachelor's or Master's in electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering
- 7+ years of experience (for Bachelor's) or 5+ years (for Master's)
- Experience with Hardware Validation Testing and Processes
- Experience with debugging routing, switching, and networking systems
- 'Can do' attitude and independent thinking
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
- Ability to work well in teams and adapt to a fast-paced environment
Benefits For Hardware Engineer - Hardware Validation Testing
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Wellbeing offerings
