Electrical Engineer

ob Title: EDVT Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA - Onsite

Job Description:

The EDVT Engineer will participate as a member of a project team responsible for the design, development, and testing of state-of-the-art hardware for the Service Provider Business Unit,

focusing on the Cisco 8000 product line. This role covers end-to-end test execution from concept through sustaining and requires hands-on collaboration with multiple engineering and

support teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, development, and testing of hardware products for the Cisco 8000 series.
• Execute complex unit and system-level testing; debug, isolate, and provide failure analysis.
• Facilitate root cause analysis, issue resolution, and closure of hardware and test-related issues.
• Collaborate with Diagnostics, Software, Power/Thermal/Hardware Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and support hardware unit characterization.
• Perform signal integrity (SERDES) verification, thermal and power measurements, diagnostics and IOS-XR image validation, pilot firmware bundle testing, and optical module/interface validation.
• Author or modify automation scripts (TCL/Unix) and configure complex network topologies using Cisco hardware.
• Perform tests (Diagnostic and XR) on Cisco ASR 9000 Series platforms, including automated test procedures using TCL and traffic generators like IXIA and Spirent.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, analyze results, and generate detailed reports.
• Provide expertise in debugging and resolving testing issues to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Assist with transporting equipment between buildings; must be comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs.

Required Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, triage, and resolve issues independently and as part of a team.
• Fast learner, adaptable to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret and follow emails, training materials, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of fundamental hardware blocks and subsystems (CPU/microcontrollers, LVDS signaling, PCIe, USB, clocking, signal integrity, and power).
• Solid knowledge of Cisco router/switch configurations, networking concepts (TCP/IP, L2/L3 switching).
• Competency in scripting languages (Python or TCL).
• Familiarity with lab equipment: thermal chambers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and digital-to-analog converters.
• Proficiency in hands-on test setup and configuration.