Hardware Engineer II (Co-op) - United States
About The Position
This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications accepted until further notice. Meet the Team The Hardware Group creates innovative hardware platforms central to the AI era, powering Cisco’s core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products for organizations globally. Our innovations in silicon, optics, and hardware platforms—like Silicon One—are shaping the technology industry. We're a global team of creative experts, bringing our unique backgrounds and bold ideas to push boundaries and help each other grow. Because full product development—from design to qualification to production—is within our team, we’re able to think differently, experiment more, and work quickly. Join us to power the future of the digital world. Your Impact Assist with the design and validation of a server sub-system. Ensure design meets functional specs. Work independently on assigned tasks. Participate as a valuable team member to deliver quality products on time. Participate in cross-functional meetings and teams. Participate in creating functional specifications and technical documentation.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in one of the following: An undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's) with 2 years of work experience.
- Master’s degree program with 0 years of work experience.
- Qualifying education and work experience should be in Hardware Engineering or a related field.
- Expected to continue enrollment in degree program following completion of the internship.
- Experience creating test scripts in Python.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in hardware validation using lab equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers.
- Familiarity with design tools such as Cadence Concept and Allegro.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design and validation of a server sub-system.
- Ensure design meets functional specs.
- Work independently on assigned tasks.
- Participate as a valuable team member to deliver quality products on time.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and teams.
- Participate in creating functional specifications and technical documentation.
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- paid parental leave
- short and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- grants of Cisco restricted stock units
- 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
- 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt employees)
- flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
- 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
- annual bonuses (non-sales roles)
- performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
