Cisco ECAD Hardware Engineer

Network Hardware Engineering (NHE) at Cisco creates innovative hardware platforms central to the AI era, powering core Switching, Routing, Wireless, and Industrial products for organizations globally.

As a Cisco ECAD Hardware Engineer, you will drive design, layout, and routing of industry-leading products, collaborating across cross-functional teams, including Hardware, Signal integrity, Mechanical, Thermal, and Compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Participate in creative problem-solving to identify root causes of development issues and implement corrective measures.
• Leverage new AI tools to enhance design process quality and efficiency.
• Ensure team and leadership alignment through effective communication schemes.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering + 10+ years of experience, or Master's in Electrical or Computer Engineering + 6 years of related experience, or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering + 3 years of related experience.
• Experience in Computed Automated Design Tools.
• Hands-on experience with board or system design, schematic and PCB review, prototype bring-up, testing, and hardware debug.
• Familiarity with relevant technologies such as Ethernet, PHYs, Switch ASIC operation, and high-speed interfaces.

Preferred qualifications:

• Manage vendor relationships, ensuring suitability and performance of high-quality components and alignment to project specifications.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Ability to work with firmware, software, signal integrity, manufacturing, and test teams to resolve technical issues and deliver products.
• Product development lifecycle: Experience taking hardware from requirements and design through qualification, manufacturing, and production support.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for growth and professional development in a global team.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.