SR Continuation Hardware System Engineer Job Listing at AMD in Santa Clara, CA (Job ID 70422-en-us)

Description

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THE ROLE:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SR Continuation Hardware System Engineer to work on cutting-edge technologies with our NTSG - Network Technologies Solutions Group. If you are passionate about hardware development, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team. We are seeking a talented and experienced Engineer to join our team, focusing on hardware systems and products.

THE PERSON:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Continuation Hardware System Engineer to drive the continuation of existing hardware systems and products. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the continued functionality, reliability, and performance of our hardware products, while also identifying and implementing improvements and cost reductions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware engineering, excellent technical skills, and a proven track record of sustaining complex network hardware systems. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hardware Sustainment: 

• Lead the sustainment of existing hardware systems and products, including troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of components. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including escalation from manufacturing, quality, and field service, to ensure hardware products meet customer requirements. 

• Develop and implement plans to address hardware obsolescence, including component substitution and redesign. 

Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action: 

• Investigate, hand-on debug and resolve complex hardware issues, including root cause analysis and corrective action. 

• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to resolve hardware-related issues. 

• Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent future hardware failures. 

Design and Implementation of Improvements: 

• Identify opportunities for hardware improvements and cost reductions. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement hardware improvements, including design changes, component second source validation and component substitutions. 

• Develop and implement test plans to validate hardware improvements. 

Documentation and Knowledge Transfer: 

• Maintain and update technical documentation, including design documents, user manuals, and technical notes. 

• Collaborate with knowledge management teams to ensure knowledge transfer and retention. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including product management, sales, and marketing, to understand customer requirements and market needs. 

• Communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders, including project status, technical risks, and design decisions. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive experience in hardware engineering, with a focus on sustainment and maintenance of complex hardware systems. 

• Experience with hand-on hardware troubleshooting down to component isolation and root cause, repair, and replacement. 

• Strong knowledge of hardware design principles, including circuit design, PCB design, and system integration. 

• Experience with hardware development tools, including CAD software (e.g., Altium, Cadence), simulation tools (e.g., SPICE), and programming languages such as Python scripting. 

• Familiarity with hardware testing and validation techniques, including testing, debugging, and troubleshooting. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work with cross-functional teams. 

• Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions. 

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines. 

Nice to Have: 

• Experience with specific hardware technologies, such as FPGA, ASIC, or high-speed digital design. 
• Knowledge of industry standards, such as PCI Express, USB, or Ethernet. 
• Experience with configuration management tools, such as Git or SVN. 

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 

Master's degree or higher preferred. 

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