Hardware Engineer, (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne; Reading, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne in North Reading, MA seeks a PCB Signal and Power Integrity Hardware Engineer to advance high-speed interconnects. You will develop scripts to speed setup with Cadence tools and support PCB layout through floorplanning and stack-up trade-offs.

You'll partner with hardware design teams to tackle challenging SI/PI problems and ensure designs survive bring-up and verification with priority simulations.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Computer Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience (internships not included).
• Strong background with Cadence/Ansys/Mentor Graphics or Keysight signal extraction tools.
• Expertise in Transmission-Line Theory, EM fields and high-speed interconnects.
• Proficient in MS Office; MATLAB or Python is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop custom code/scripts to speed up setup using Cadence tools.
• Support PCB Layout with floorplanning and stack-up trade-offs; define routing constraints.
• Collaborate with HW design teams to solve high-speed SI/PI problems to meet specs.
• Organize and execute high-priority simulations to prevent design escapes during bring-up and verification.

Skills

Transmission-Line Theory

Frequency Domain evaluation

Time Domain evaluation

EM Fields

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Lab measurements

Leadership experience

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Ansys

Mentor Graphics

Keysight signal extraction tools

MATLAB

Python

Tcl

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

CoPilot

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Hardware Engineer, (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respect their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

PCB Signal and Power Integrity Hardware Engineer

• Develop custom code and scripts to speed the process of set-up using Cadence tools, or developing software utilities that improve effectiveness or efficiency of our processes.
• Support PCB Layout efforts by assisting in Floorplanning and Stack-up trade-offs as well as defining routing constraints.
• Partner with HW circuit design teams to solve challenging High-Speed signal integrity and power integrity problems to meet tight specifications.
• Sustain/Ensure no design escapes or problems during bring-up and Design Verification by organizing and executing high priority simulations.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• BS or MSEE in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Minimum 15 yrs experience (internships not included)
• Primary experience needed in Cadence, Ansys, Mentor Graphics or Keysight signal extraction tools (e.g. Allegro, Sigrity, HyperLynx, EM Pro, SI Pro, ect.)
• Primary skills required in Transmission-Line Theory, Frequency and Time Domain evaluation, and EM Fields.
• Above average skills needed in organization, planning, collaboration and communication
• Must be proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and CoPilot.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, tcl, or similar tools/languages is a plus.
• Some experience/skills in taking lab measurements is preferred but not necessary.
• Leading a team, and/or primary responsibility for a project is a plus.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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