Hardware Engineer

General Summary:

Qualcomm is a global technology leader driving innovation in digital transformation and next-generation experiences. As a Hardware Engineer at Qualcomm, you will contribute to the planning, design, verification, and testing of cutting-edge electronic systems, including digital, analog, RF, optical circuits, FPGA, DSP systems, and associated equipment and packaging.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop hardware solutions that meet stringent performance, power, and quality goals for world-class products.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Support planning, design, verification, and testing of hardware systems including circuits, mechanical, digital/analog/RF/optical systems, and test platforms.
• Assist in feature integration and implementation aligned with project roadmaps.
• Perform simulations and analyses to optimize power, performance, and area.
• Collaborate on new requirements and incorporate test solutions to improve yield, quality, and test efficiency.
• Participate in evaluation and characterization of manufacturing and reliability solutions.
• Identify potential design flaws, compatibility, and compliance issues.
• Prepare technical documentation for hardware projects.

Level of Responsibility:

• Works under supervision with guidance.
• Decision-making impacts immediate work area or team.
• Requires verbal and written communication to convey routine technical information.
• Tasks involve multi-step processes with some planning and problem-solving required.