Senior Hardware Engineer

Senior Hardware EngineerTellabs 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 requirementsLead hardware development projects, managing timelines, resources, and cross-functional communication to ensure successful deliveryAnalyze and resolve complex hardware issues through root cause analysis and iterative testingCollaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize hardware designs for cost-effective and scalable productionDocument design processes, test results, and technical specifications to maintain comprehensive project recordsMentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to foster team growth and knowledge sharingStay current with emerging hardware technologies and industry trends to incorporate innovative solutionsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum of 7 years of professional experience in hardware design and development within durable goods or a related manufacturing sectorProficiency with schematic capture and hardware design tools, including Mentor Graphics Expedition xDX Designer or similar CAD softwareExperience with circuit simulation programs and hardware testing methodologiesStrong understanding of analog and digital circuit design, signal processing, and embedded systemsExperience 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 DiamondAbility to perform programmable logic modeling, simulation, implementation, timing analysis, debugging, and verificationFamiliarity with IBM Rational ClearCase for Verilog source control, configuration management, and design traceabilityKnowledge of compliance standards relevant to durable goods and carrier-grade telecommunications hardwareStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose hardware and FPGA issues through iterative testingStrong collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-disciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineersAbility to develop reliable and manufacturable hardware solutions that meet functional, regulatory, and carrier-grade requirementsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with FPGA design and programmingFamiliarity with manufacturing processes and supply-chain considerations in durable goods productionKnowledge of applicable safety and quality certifications, including UL and ISO standardsDesign knowledge of telecommunications technologies, including Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) architecture, analog voice interfaces, and subscriber line circuitsUnderstanding of ringing and loop-current requirements, on-hook/off-hook detection, impedance matching, and surge and lightning protectionKnowledge of network infrastructure, carrier-grade hardware requirements, and telecommunications reliability considerationsAbout 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 considerationNo relocation assistance providedNo sponsorship available