Senior Hardware Engineer

Tellabs; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tellabs seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead design, development, and optimization of carrier-grade hardware platforms supporting voice, data, and network services.

The role involves collaborating with software, product, and manufacturing teams to ensure reliability, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance from concept to production. A strong background in FPGA, Verilog, and embedded systems is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in hardware design and development in durable goods/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and test hardware components to meet specs and regulations.
• Lead hardware development projects with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze and resolve hardware issues via root cause analysis and testing.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize for cost-effective production.
• Document design processes and test results for traceability.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge widely.
• Stay current with emerging hardware technologies and trends.

Skills

Schematic capture

Hardware design

Verilog

FPGA design

Embedded systems

Circuit simulation

Debugging

Cross-functional teamwork

Mentor engineering

Test & validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics Expedition

IBM Rational ClearCase

Altera Quartus II

Xilinx ISE

Vivado

Job description

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Senior Hardware Engineer

R&D Full Time Dallas, TX, US

Position Title: Senior Hardware Engineer
Location: Carrollton, TX
Reports To: Steve Baum
Travel: 0-10%
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

Tellabs delivers technology that transforms the way the world communicates. As a leader in the Passive Optical LAN marketplace and a trusted provider of broadband access solutions, Tellabs is defining the future of networking across enterprise, government, and telecom sectors.

The Senior Hardware Engineer will lead the design, development, and optimization of carrier-grade hardware platforms that support voice, data, and network access services, including legacy Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) and modern telecommunications infrastructure. This role drives innovation and ensures the reliability, efficiency, and manufacturability of hardware systems from concept through production.

The Senior Hardware Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, product managers, and manufacturing specialists, to align hardware solutions with overall product goals. This role requires a strategic thinker who can troubleshoot complex hardware issues and implement robust solutions that meet stringent quality and safety standards. The engineers’ contributions will directly impact product performance and market success while reinforcing Tellabs’ position as an industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and test hardware components and systems to meet product specifications and regulatory requirements
• Lead hardware development projects, managing timelines, resources, and cross-functional communication to ensure successful delivery
• Analyze and resolve complex hardware issues through root cause analysis and iterative testing
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize hardware designs for cost-effective and scalable production
• Document design processes, test results, and technical specifications to maintain comprehensive project records
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to foster team growth and knowledge sharing
• Stay current with emerging hardware technologies and industry trends to incorporate innovative solutions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in hardware design and development within durable goods or a related manufacturing sector
• Proficiency with schematic capture and hardware design tools, including Mentor Graphics Expedition xDX Designer or similar CAD software
• Experience with circuit simulation programs and hardware testing methodologies
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design, signal processing, and embedded systems
• Experience with Verilog, ModelSim SE, and FPGA development environments, including Altera Quartus II, Quartus Prime, SignalTap II, Xilinx ISE, Vivado, Integrated Logic Analyzer/ChipScope, and Lattice Diamond
• Ability to perform programmable logic modeling, simulation, implementation, timing analysis, debugging, and verification
• Familiarity with IBM Rational ClearCase for Verilog source control, configuration management, and design traceability
• Knowledge of compliance standards relevant to durable goods and carrier-grade telecommunications hardware
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose hardware and FPGA issues through iterative testing
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-disciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers
• Ability to develop reliable and manufacturable hardware solutions that meet functional, regulatory, and carrier-grade requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FPGA design and programming
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and supply-chain considerations in durable goods production
• Knowledge of applicable safety and quality certifications, including UL and ISO standards
• Design knowledge of telecommunications technologies, including Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) architecture, analog voice interfaces, and subscriber line circuits
• Understanding of ringing and loop-current requirements, on-hook/off-hook detection, impedance matching, and surge and lightning protection
• Knowledge of network infrastructure, carrier-grade hardware requirements, and telecommunications reliability considerations

About the Team / Culture

At Tellabs, we value collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our engineering team plays a critical role in developing innovative, reliable, and manufacturable telecommunications solutions while promoting technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across disciplines.

Additional Information

• Only fully complete and signed submissions will be reviewed for consideration
• No relocation assistance provided
• No sponsorship available

Equal Opportunity Statement

Tellabs participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals of all legally protected statuses to apply. The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws throughout the hiring process.