Hardware Development Engineer – Signal & Power

Job Description

Job Title: Hardware Development Engineer – Signal & Power Integrity (f/m/x). Location: Ehningen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Job Type:

• Entry Level
• Regular employment
• Full-time status is not explicitly stated in the posting

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and integrate hardware solutions for server boards, processor modules, and validation hardware used in IBM Z, IBM POWER, and IBM Quantum platforms.
• Own hardware solutions from concept and architecture through implementation and validation.
• Model, analyze, and optimize high-speed interconnects for signal integrity.
• Develop electrical models of power delivery networks for enterprise systems and high-current processors.
• Develop electrical solutions for single-chip and multi-chip modules using advanced packaging technologies.
• Support hardware bring-up, measurements, and failure analysis;
• Explore and adopt AI-assisted engineering workflows for design, verification, analysis, and development.
• Collaborate with global development teams across the U.S., Israel, India, and Germany.
• Work using Agile and Design Thinking approaches.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of signal integrity, power integrity, high-speed design, and circuit design.
• Knowledge of electromagnetic simulation methodologies;
• Familiarity with PCB technologies and materials.
• Experience with PCB design, modeling, and simulation tools such as Ansys HFSS, CST, Keysight ADS, Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics, or Altium.
• Programming experience, preferably Python.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools, coding assistants, or workflow automation is a plus.
• Proactive and self-driven approach with a strong commitment to teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills in English and German.

Application Requirements:

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Academic transcripts, including a detailed grade overview.
• Employment references or letters of recommendation, if available.

Benefits and Work Environment:

• Opportunity to work on IBM's Z, POWER, and Quantum platforms.
• Collaboration with international hardware development teams.
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities;
• Supportive environment focused on innovation, experimentation, and professional growth.
• Opportunity to work with AI, quantum computing, and other advanced technologies.