Qualcomm Hardware Engineer

Qualcomm, a global leader in technology innovation, is seeking a Hardware Engineer to join their team. This role involves planning, designing, optimizing, verifying, and testing a wide range of electronic systems, including circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment, packaging, test systems, FPGA, and DSP systems. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge, world-class products and ensure they meet performance requirements. Qualcomm is dedicated to creating a smarter, connected future for all through digital transformation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1+ year of experience with circuit design (e.g., digital, analog, RF).
• 1+ year of experience utilizing schematic capture and circuit simulation software.
• 1+ year of experience with hardware design and measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF tools, etc.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply Hardware knowledge to assist in the planning, optimization, verification, and testing of electronic systems, including circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment and packaging, test systems, FPGA, and/or DSP systems.
• Provide support for the integration of features and functionality into hardware designs in line with proposals or roadmaps.
• Assist in conducting simulations and analyses of designs, and in the implementation of designs with optimal power, performance, and area.
• Collaborate with team members to implement new requirements and incorporate the latest test solutions in production programs to improve yield, test time, and quality.
• Assist in the evaluation, characterization, and development of manufacturing solutions for leading-edge products and bring-up products to meet customer expectations and schedules.
• Assist in the evaluation of reliability for materials, properties, and techniques, and bring innovation, automation, and optimization to maximize productivity.
• Assist in the assessment of common design features to identify potential flaws, compatibility issues, and/or compliance issues.
• Write technical documentation for Hardware projects.

Level of Responsibility

• Works under supervision.
• Decision-making affects direct area of work and/or work group.
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information.
• Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

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