Hardware Design Engineer
Jobs.supermicro.com
Apply to this job Until 8/22/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted May 29, 2026
Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):
- Create schematics, conduct layout checks, create BOM, perform debugging, and oversee testing of server board/add-on card products.
- Undertake the modification and enhancement of existing designs to elevate the quality standards of server motherboards.
- Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams to identify and address potential engineering issues at an early stage, ensuring products achieve their maximum quality and performance potential.
- Prepare technical documentation including product specifications, layout instructions, and detailed test procedures.
- Ensure strict adherence of products to engineering specifications, regulatory standards, and customer expectations.
- Facilitate the seamless transfer of products to manufacturing through clear documentation and provide technical support to resolve any challenges during the production phase.
- Deliver clear documentation and robust technical support to contract manufacturers and the production department during both product sampling and production stages.
- Undertake short-term business trips as necessary to provide support for headquarters projects.
- Experience with VHDL: While Verilog is preferred, familiarity with VHDL (VHSIC Hardware Description Language) is beneficial.
- Knowledge of Digital Design: Understanding of digital design principles, including state machines, timing analysis, and logic optimization.
- Debugging and Testing: Skills in debugging and testing CPLD/FPGA designs using tools like ModelSim, Synopsys, or equivalent.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working with x86 server boards is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of circuit design (digital, analog, power) and PCB layout.
- Hand-on experience on lab oscilloscopes and debugging skills.
- Highly valued: Previous experience in motherboard design for enterprise networking servers
- Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and oral, along with effective interpersonal abilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional/cross-site teams.
- Exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving capabilities.
- Self-motivated individual with a team-oriented mindset, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
About this role
Summary
Design, debug, and test server motherboard hardware with cross-team collaboration.
Job title
Hardware Design Engineer
Experience level
3+ years
Minimum experience
3+ years exp
Industry
technology
Location requirements
Remote work possible, location not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
circuit designpcb layoutoscilloscopesdebuggingvhdl
Preferred skills
motherboard designenterprise networkingverilog
Specializations
digital designcpldfpgadebuggingvhdl
Locations
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