Hardware Engineer PhD (Co-op) United States

Cisco - Austin, TX

Full-time - Intern

Austin, TX

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Hardware Engineer PhD (Co-op) position at Cisco Systems offers an opportunity for PhD students to engage in hardware engineering projects that impact product development from circuit design to large system design. This role allows students to work with a diverse team on various product categories, contributing to the design and validation of hardware that supports the internet and other technologies.

Responsibilities

• Impact product development from circuit design to large system design.
• Contribute to ASIC Design and Verification.
• Engage in System/Board Design.
• Participate in Circuit Board Layout.
• Work on Hardware Automation, Validation, and Testing.
• Focus on Signal Integrity and Power Design.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Science, Material Engineering, Applied Physics, Math, Physics or related major.
• Proficient experience in hardware engineering areas such as ASIC Design and Verification, System/Board Design, Circuit Board Layout, Hardware Automation, Validation and Test, Signal Integrity, and Power Design.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering fundamentals and technical analytical skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in establishing and sustaining positive relationships with an extended team.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a diverse and creative team.
• Exposure to various product categories in hardware engineering.
• Potential for future job opportunities within Cisco.