Entry-Level Hardware & Systems Engineer — Build Compute

IBM; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Hardware Engineer to design, prototype, and validate next-generation compute systems. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and have hands-on experience with hardware design and CAD tools. Responsibilities include developing mechanical and electrical components, testing hardware prototypes, and applying design-of-experiments methods to enhance performance. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Materials, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and/or project management.
• Hands-on experience with hardware design and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and validate next-generation compute systems.
• Develop and optimize components using CAD and EDA tools.
• Build and test hardware prototypes, performing debug and analysis.

Skills

Design of experiments (DOE)

Project management

Hardware design

Programming (Python, C/C++, Bash)

Data-driven problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Allegro

Cadence

Job description

A global technology company in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Hardware Engineer to design, prototype, and validate next-generation compute systems. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and have hands-on experience with hardware design and CAD tools. Responsibilities include developing mechanical and electrical components, testing hardware prototypes, and applying design-of-experiments methods to enhance performance. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential in this dynamic role.