Hardware Tools and Libraries Intern

Notre Dame; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Mentorship

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Notre Dame is seeking a motivated intern in Sunnyvale, CA to develop and update scripts supporting hardware design environments. You will debug CAD tools, collaborate with IT on access problems, and prepare tools and environments for engineers.

The role emphasizes scripting in Python/Tcl/Unix Shell on Linux, with exposure to ASIC/PCB design processes. You will be mentored by senior engineers and gain hands-on experience with Viewlogic, Cadence System Capture, and Cadence Allegro tools within a

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Coursework in programming and scripting.
• Strong interest in hardware design environments and methodologies.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in Linux environments.
• Strong desire to learn and explore new areas.
• Familiarity with ASIC and/or PCB hardware design processes.
• Experience with Python, Tcl, Unix Shell, or other scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update scripts to monitor the status and health of hardware design environments and servers.
• Debug and identify root causes of issues with CAD design tools, setup files, and server requirements.
• Collaborate with IT to resolve user issues related to login, environment setup, and network access.
• Download and install design tools, create/update setup files, and prepare environments for end users.
• Write and maintain scripts on Linux or PC to automate engineering workflows.
• Support footprint libraries for Cadence Allegro Layout tools.

Skills

Python

Tcl

Unix Shell

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree (pursuing) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Viewlogic

Cadence System Capture

Cadence Allegro Layout

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Develop and update scripts to monitor the status and health of the hardware design environment and servers used by hardware design teams.
• Debug and identify root causes of issues with CAD design tools, setup files, configuration files, and server/network requirements.
• Collaborate with the IT team to resolve user issues related to login, environment setup, machine problems, network access, and file access between PC and remote Linux servers.
• Download and install complex design tools from vendors, create or update setup files, perform initial testing, and prepare environments for end users.
• Write and maintain scripts on Linux or PC to automate engineering design flows, improve daily task efficiency, and implement better methodologies.
• Assist with schematic symbol libraries in Viewlogic and Cadence System Capture tools.
• Support footprint libraries for Cadence Allegro Layout tools.
• Monitor and troubleshoot library replication from the main central site to remote design centers across geographies.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Coursework in programming and scripting.
• Strong interest in hardware design environments and methodologies.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in Linux environments.
• Strong desire to learn and explore new areas.
• Familiarity with ASIC and/or PCB hardware design processes.
• Experience with Python, Tcl, Unix Shell, or other scripting languages.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range of USD 35.00 - 41.00 in California, USA.
• Variable incentives may also be offered.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
• Programs for personal and professional development to support career goals.
• Inclusive work environment valuing diverse backgrounds and flexible work arrangements.

Training & Development

Interns will receive mentorship from senior tools and libraries engineers and gain real-world experience developing engineering automation tools. Exposure to professional ASIC design environments and high-speed hardware design tools will be provided, along with practical application of programming in hardware development workflows.