Senior Hardware Engineer- (ECAD)

The application window is expected to close on: 05/13/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team You will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team including Hardware Engineering, Signal Integrity (SI)/EMC specialists, Product Operations, Global Supplier Management (GSM), and external vendors/suppliers. Together, we drive the development of advanced Service Provider Routing products from concept through fabrication, ensuring high-quality and manufacturable PCB designs. Your Impact The impact of this role includes driving the successful development of complex, PCB products by coordinating cross-functional teams from conception through fabrication. Ensuring technical excellence through ownership of design reviews and application of advanced PCB design techniques, including signal integrity and manufacturability. The role enhances product quality and reliability by resolving design and manufacturing issues collaboratively with engineering and manufacturing partners. Fostering continuous improvement by participating in best practice teams and driving productivity initiatives. Additionally, Supporting innovation by helping engineers tackle challenging technical problems and leveraging advanced tools and scripting capabilities. Minimum Qualifications: 7+ years of professional experience designing high-speed, reliable circuits involving complex, multi-layer advanced technology printed circuit boards (PCBs). Prior experience with Signal Integrity (SI), Mechanical Computer-Aided Design (MCAD), Manufacturing (MFG), Contract Manufacturing (CM), and Fabrication (Fab) development processes. Prior experience using Cadence Allegro PCB design software, version 17.4 or later. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated analytical skills with a track record of resolving complex PCB design issues effectively. Experience working in cross-functional teams to develop and prepare test procedures for PCB functionality verification. Proven experience reviewing and recommending improvements for existing and New Product Introduction (NPI) PCB designs. Experience of common PCB design rules and constraint management. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $130,600.00 to $182,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability cov ... (truncated, view full listing at source)