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Hardware Engineer - Intern

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc
Newport, CA Intern
POSTED ON 10/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026
MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers' success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

During the 12 weeks each Intern will:

Be given an individual and well-defined project with set outcome goals

Gain hands on experience

Receive excellent training and ongoing supervision

Be invited to attend an intern webinar series

Attend networking/social events

Attend and present at Poster Session about each Interns project successes and pitfalls

Receive formal, written feedback

The specific responsibilities of the Hardware Engineer Intern may include:

1. PCB Board definition

a. Collect inputs from users of the PCB, including but not limited to, validation engineer, product engineer, IC design engineer etc.;

b. Assist the responsible Hardware Engineer in defining a BRD (Board Requirements Document) that clearly defines what is expected of the board;

c. Review BRD with users and get their sign-off;

2. Schematic Design

a. Create symbols of new components;

b. Consult with designers, application engineers for circuit around the device under test;

c. Component selection and design certain circuits, e.g. Power management circuit, I2C and SPI control circuit;

d. Capture schematic using Mentor's xDX Designer;

3. Layout

a. Create decals for new components using AutoCAD and Mentor's PADS.

b. Assist the responsible Hardware Engineer in the layout of the board using Mentor's PADS;

4. Boards Fabrication

a. Prepare documents for PCB fabrication;

b. Assist the responsible Hardware Engineer in creating costed Bill of Materials;

c. Update the components database as required;

5. Lab Test

a. Verification of power circuits and low speed communication;

b. Debug of the design.

Requirements:

This position requires a background in Electrical Engineering, familiarity with office productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel and Words, and basic knowledge of CAD tools and procedures used for PCB design and fabrication.

The Hourly Range for this position is $20 - $47 per hour. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call 1- or email Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Salary : $20 - $47

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