Job Description

Position: Hardware Development Co-op
Number of Positions: 1
Duration: 4 months
Term: September – December 2026
Location: Murray Hill, NJ (Onsite)

Educational Recommendations

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field at an accredited U.S. university.

• Assist with schematic design and PCB layout.
• Support circuit board bring-up, testing, and debugging.
• Contribute to FPGA design and debug activities.
• Develop and assist software for circuit boards.
• Work hands-on in the hardware lab with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital debug tools.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers to apply classroom learning to real-world projects in optical and FPGA system integration.
  
  

• Practical knowledge of oscilloscopes, logic-analyzers, and digital debug techniques.
• Exposure to digital design, schematic capture, and PCB layout tools.
• Familiarity with FPGA design methodologies (VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog).
• Knowledge of FPGA vendor tools (e.g., Xilinx, Intel/Altera).
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team-oriented lab environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Arduino or Raspberry Pi development boards.
• Exposure to optical systems or prior project experience in related areas.
  

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