NVIDIA is seeking a Junior Interconnect Engineer to join their High-Speed Interconnect team in Santa Clara, CA. This role offers the opportunity to gain expertise in high-speed cable and connector engineering while contributing to product development. The engineer will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to address customer needs and enhance designs. This position is ideal for someone eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in hardware engineering, with exposure to connectors, cables, or high-speed signal design
• Basic understanding of signal integrity or mechanical design principles
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical ideas clearly
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow quickly in a fast-paced environment

• Support the development and documentation of product requirements for high-speed cables and connectors
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to understand customer needs and translate them into design inputs
• Assist in mechanical and signal integrity analysis, learning to navigate the tradeoffs between the two
• Participate in root cause analysis for mating and mechanical issues, and help refine designs for manufacturability and reliability
• Support prototyping efforts and help track progress through development cycles
• Work closely with vendors and internal R&D teams under the guidance of senior architects
• Occasional travel to vendors, manufacturers, or customer sites to build hands-on experience

• Employees at NVIDIA are often offered comprehensive, day-one benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) with auto-enrollment. Many roles also have generous time off and holidays, donation matching (up to $10,000), and a wide menu of extras like FSAs, commuter benefits, legal and identity-theft protection, pet insurance, and wellness discounts. Optional programs can include student-loan and home-purchase support, plus family care resources and expert medical services.