Hardware Design Engineer 3, Texas

Job Title: Hardware Design Engineer 3

Job Location: Silicon Valley, Austin, TX, Redmond, WA, OR Raleigh, NC (on-site 5 days a week for the first 2 weeks after that chances for remote or hybrid)

Job duration: 4+ months on W2 (Chances of extension)

Summary:

The main function of a hardware engineer is to research, design, develop, test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. A typical hardware engineer is responsible for the manufacture and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

Typical Day in the Role

" Purpose of the Team: Team got expanded, so the role of sponsor is managing particular Ips that go into a chip.

Job Responsibilities:

" Create design specifications and test plans in collaboration with other teams.

" Implement and verify RTL (Register Transfer Level) designs for image and video processing blocks

" Support verification engineers to ensure bug-free silicon

" Perform front end synthesis and analysis timing results .

" Run CDC and Lint for the design blocks.

" Analyze and provide direction in terms of performance, gate count, and power for various digital designs

" Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Ips.

" Analyze information to determine plan layout, including type of computers and peripheral equipment modifications.

" Assemble and modify existing pieces of equipment to meet special needs.

" Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation.

" Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost constraints, and need for security restrictions to determine hardware configuration.

" Monitor functioning of equipment and make necessary modifications to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.

Skills:

" Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.

" Team player and detail oriented.

" Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.

" Basic knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of telecommunications systems.

" Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.

" Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

" Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering field.

Education/Experience:

" Bachelor's degree in engineering required.

" 8-10 years experience required.

" Key projects:

o Next generation of the MEIA chip

o Need someone to look into the design and understand what is happening / be able to assist

" Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm:

- 10-20% meetings

- 70-80% heads down/focus work

Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition

" What makes this role interesting? - This role provides the opportunity to work on one of the most critical AI chips

" Unique Selling Points: Very challenging work where they can learn a ton and how each IP interacts

Candidate Requirements

" Years of Experience Required: 5-7 overall years of experience in the field.

" Degrees or certifications required: Bachelor's degree in a related technical field required; a Master's degree is preferred.

" Disqualifiers: N/A

" Best vs. Average: Have design and de-bugging experience in system blocks

" Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on Quality of work and meeting deadlines. They will be working alongside the lead designer to get these projects done

Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience

1. Minimum 5-7+ years experience with Complex RTL work experience.

2. Minimum 5-7years experience with Design Verification (de-bugging).

3. Minimum 5-7years experience with RTL fundamentals (quality checks such as cdc and lint).