Hardware (PCBA) Design and Verification Co-op (Summer 2026)
Location: Canada- Ottawa- 383 Terry Fox- Bldg C
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
The Opportunity:
4 month work term: May – August 2026
How You Will Contribute:
Complex designs pushing all the boundaries. Great people. Diverse teams with which to interact. Tremendous growth and learning opportunities. This position could really catapult your career. Are you looking for a challenging co-op term that will stand out? Read on…
We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative student to join the hardware development team working on Ciena’s Switching products. The position will be tailored to the successful applicant and will involve working with senior designers to implement and validate leading edge circuit packs.
Support hardware test and debug of new and existing circuit boards
Board programming, prototype inventory, etc.
Assist in performing thorough design verification to validate functionality, performance, operating margins, and robustness.
Signal integrity measurements, thermal stress, component qualification, etc.
Contribute to documentation such as Design Specification and Test Plans
The candidate will get exposure to the detailed design of high-speed digital and analog circuits
working in Cadence CAD tools (Concept/Allegro)
Learn how fiber optic transport equipment and associated test equipment function.
The Must Haves:
Working towards completion of a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering
Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Assets:
Familiarity with lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers and test sets)
Understanding of high speed signaling, transmission lines, digital and analog design
Experience designing and debugging hardware
Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout tools
Pay Range:
The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00 - $34.00
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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