Product Engineer (New College Grad 2026)

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Product Engineer The Engineer should have the ability to excel in a high-energy, small focused team environment, drive solutions from rough requirements, and have a commitment to high product quality. This position requires a quick learner and demonstrated ability to work in a cross functional environment. In this key role, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our products meet the company’s demanding mission critical reliability and quality expectations. Position reports to: Product Engineering Manager Location: San Jose, CA Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following: Factory Support Address yield issues prioritized by failure pareto Maintain test equipment Keep diagnostics up to date Root cause and repair RMAs Provide reports and metrics on above activities as requested Field Support (runtime, service, and installation) Root cause analysis on field failures Corrective action to prevent future field failures Containment actions to minimize impact of field failures Provide reports and metrics on above activities as requested Continuous improvement Test time reduction Cost reduction Alternate component sourcing Reliability improvements Identify and close test escapes Change Management Maintain product documentation in PLM tool (Arena) Alternate component/subsystem qualification New FW/SW/Diagnostics qualification Perform and analyze First Article Builds Provide reports and documentation on above activities Minimum Requirements 0-1 years of experience in a role with above or comparable responsibilities. New College Grad with BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Linux environment admin tools basic networking shell scripting python scripting familiar with computer components Experience debugging complex electronics Reading complex electrical schematics, BOMs, and datasheets Physical measurements with common lab tools Navigate PCA layout in electronics CAD (Allegro) Running diagnostics from a linux based environment Mapping diagnostics failures to HW, FW, or SW components Mapping SW application failures to HW, FW, or SW components Experience with factory support of complex electronics systems Can you generate a pareto of failures? Can you root cause diagnostic failures to component level? Can you maintain the production test equipment? Experience with field support of complex electronics systems Solid understanding of electronics manufacturing process Comfortable with Linux environment: admin level tools, and software development tools, scripts. Independent, hard-working, creative, focused, and organized. Highly Desirable Knowledge/Experience: Previous experience with complex electronics using electrical, power, optical and liquid cooling backplanes. Python and shell scripting Basic networking InfiniBand technology ASICs, DDR (memory), USB, I2C, SPI, SERDES, ENET (Ethernet), PHYs, Optics, PCIE, board management controllers, high density backplane connectors. high density Optical manufacturing processes including installing, cleaning, repairing and testing. New product introduction experience is desirable. The annual salary range for California is $88,900 to $165,100. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.