Hardware (PCBA) Design and Verification Intern (Winter 2027 - 4 months)
Core
Intern performing hardware test, debug, and design verification for high-speed circuit packs in switching products.
Role type
Hardware (PCBA) Design and Verification Intern
Builds
Circuit packs for Ciena's Switching products
Domain
Networking hardware / High-speed connectivity
Required skills
Electrical Engineering fundamentals, PCB design verification, signal integrity analysis, thermal stress testing, component qualification, CAD tool usage (Cadence Allegro/Concept), lab test equipment operation
Preferred skills
High-speed signaling knowledge, transmission line theory, analog/digital design experience, PCB schematic capture and layout, oscilloscope/analyzer usage
Technologies
Cadence Allegro, Cadence Concept, Oscilloscopes, Analyzers, Test sets
Responsibilities
Perform hardware test and debug of new and existing circuit boards, Manage board programming and prototype inventory, Conduct signal integrity measurements and thermal stress testing, Contribute to Design Specification and Test Plans documentation
Seniority
Intern