Hardware Design Engineer

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering General Summary: As a Hardware Design Engineer, you will join an inventive team responsible for developing next-generation 6G prototype platforms and high-performance hardware modules. This role sits at the intersection of circuit design and physical validation, taking high-speed digital designs from initial schematic architecture through physical PCB layout oversight and lab testing. You will collaborate closely with global, cross-functional teams (including PCB CAD, Signal Integrity, Firmware, Mechanical, and Thermal) to deliver high-quality hardware solutions. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

Drive schematic capture, select hardware components, and manage complex bills of materials (BOMs) for multi-layer digital designs. Oversee and actively participate in the physical PCB layout process, ensuring strict compliance with high-speed digital routing rules and constraints. Perform physical board bring-up, debugging, and functional characterization of prototype hardware in the lab. Collaborate with internal Signal Integrity and Power Integrity teams to optimize layout topologies for high-speed buses. Document detailed test plans, validation reports, and hardware engineering change orders (ECOs).

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. 1–2 years of professional hardware engineering or related product-development work experience. Demonstrated hands-on experience using lab test equipment (e.g., high-bandwidth digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters) to isolate and troubleshoot hardware issues. Fundamental knowledge of high-speed digital board design principles, including impedance control, crosstalk, and power delivery.

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. Experience utilizing schematic capture tools and basic simulation software (e.g., Hyperlynx, LTspice). Hands-on familiarity with professional PCB layout software suites, such as Siemens/Mentor Xpedition or Cadence Allegro. Basic understanding of high-speed interfaces such as Ethernet, PCIe, DDR, USB, or I2C/SPI protocols. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail  disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com  or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found  here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries). To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies :   Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications. EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,