Engineer 1, Hardware Engineering

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Philadelphia, PA, USA
Hybrid
Entry level
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The Role
Design, develop, implement and test customer-premise hardware devices. Analyze schematics and layouts, verify functionality with test instruments, collaborate on 3D CAD, run thermal and structural simulations, assist with prototype assembly and performance testing, and support senior engineers in trade-off and concept development. Onsite role with variable schedule requirements; visa sponsorship not available.
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Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You'll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)
Job Summary
This job involves designing, developing, implementing and analyzing of customer premise equipment devices. It includes analyzing schematics, verifying functionality, and assisting with prototypes. The role operates under regular guidance to ensure alignment with engineering principles.
Job Description
This Engineer 1 is onsite in our downtown Philadelphia Comcast Technology Center. It is not eligible for remote/virtual employment or relocation.
This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future
Responsibilities:
  • Analyzing and interpreting electrical schematics and layouts to support hardware design specifications
  • Verifying hardware functionality through the use of tools like oscilloscopes and digital multimeters under guidance
  • Collaborating with the industrial design team on 3D CAD design evaluations to ensure alignment with design intent
  • Organizing simulation parameters for thermal and structural analyses to optimize hardware engineering designs
  • Assisting with the assembly and iterative improvement of hardware prototypes as directed by senior engineers
  • Conducting performance tests on prototypes and products to validate simulations and collect functional data
  • Supporting senior engineers in design trade-off discussions and contributing to early concept development
  • Demonstrating foundational knowledge of consumer electronics to assist in product feature compatibility assessments
  • Contributing to technical documents, define and characterize technical terms in a simplistic manner
  • Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
  • Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Hands on hardware engineering experience within an internship or co-op setting
  • Experience with Zigbee protocol and DOCSIS 4.0 required

Employees at all levels are expected to:
  • Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
  • Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
  • Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
  • Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
  • Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
  • Drive results and growth.
  • Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
  • Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
ZigBee; Engineering Design; Hardware Test; Hardware Development
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
Relevant Work Experience
0-2 Years

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
  • 0-2 years relevant work experience (internship or co-op acceptable)
  • Hands on hardware engineering experience within an internship or co-op setting
  • Experience with Zigbee protocol
  • Experience with DOCSIS 4.0
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future
  • Onsite work in downtown Philadelphia; not eligible for remote/virtual employment or relocation
  • Ability to work nights and weekends and variable schedules as necessary
  • Familiarity using test equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multimeters) for hardware verification

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Comcast Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans with 24/7 virtual care and mental-health resources (therapy/coaching and Calm app) are prominently offered. Feedback suggests these pillars are a standout component of the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match, financial coaching, and tuition reimbursement are consistently highlighted in official materials, and many roles note access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These programs are positioned as meaningful parts of total rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave for primary and non‑primary caregivers, fertility and family‑forming coverage, adoption/surrogacy reimbursements, and backup child/elder care are called out. Feedback suggests this breadth is a notable strength for caregivers.

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