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# Entry Level Hardware Developer 2027 -New York

- **Company:** IBM
- **Location:** Hopewell Junction, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, SolidWorks (CAD), Firmware, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Signal Processing, Visual Systems, Scripting, Reliability of Systems, Data Analytics
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3377280596&tx=ZT2726THI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

Thermal and mechanical modeling

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Firmware and embedded systems

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Optics, photonics, and high-speed interconnects

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Advanced materials, composites, and process development

Required technical and professional expertise

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B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Materials, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

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Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and/or project management.

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Experience or strong interest in process development, materials development, or equipment IT support.

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Hands-on experience with hardware design, CAD tools (SolidWorks, Allegro, Cadence), or modeling/simulation environments.

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Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages (Python, C/C++, Bash).

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Strong analytical and communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and data-driven problem solving. * Willingness to work at either the Hopewell or Poughkeepsie location.

Preferred technical and professional experience

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Lab-based development or validation work skills.

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Advanced technical degrees (M.S. or Ph.D.) in relevant disciplines.

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Experience leading project teams or cross-functional technical initiatives.

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Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or finite element modeling (FEM) tools.

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Experience with firmware architecture, testing, and automation.

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Background in thermal modeling (6Sigma, FEM), signal processing, or hardware reliability.

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Familiarity with optical systems, including fiber optics, photonics, and transceiver design.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

## Description

Modeling system-level thermal and mechanical performance to enhance cooling, manufacturability, and efficiency.


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