R&D Hardware Engineer, Intern

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

The candidate will serve as a summer intern in the hardware development group responsible for network visibility platforms.

• Assist with hardware bring-up, validation, and debug activities.
• Perform laboratory testing and data collection using standard test equipment.
• Review and interpret schematics and design documentation.
• Support troubleshooting of board- and system-level hardware issues.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings.

What You Will Learn

• Advanced schematic review and board-level design practices.
• Hardware bring-up and validation methodologies.
• Debug techniques using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment.
• Industry-standard development and troubleshooting workflows.
• High-speed interface fundamentals and system architecture concepts.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Interest in hardware debugging and root-cause analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude in hardware design, validation, and debugging.
• Understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, including:
  • Digital logic design
  • Basic electronics
  • Circuit analysis
  • Computer architecture
  • Basic scripting (Python, Bash, or similar)
• Familiarity with common laboratory equipment:
  • Digital multimeter (DMM)
  • Oscilloscope
  • Bench power supplies
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with or exposure to:

• FPGA development
• Microcontrollers and embedded systems
• DDR memory fundamentals
• PCIe architecture and protocols
• Common communication interfaces:
  • I²C
  • SPI
  • UART
• Linux-based debugging and development environments

Relocation may be available for this position. 

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