Staff Hardware Project Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced System Level Hardware Project Engineer to coordinate with multiple development teams. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing technical oversight of the deliverable. You will be working with internal teams as well as directly with ODM partners.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical hardware knowledge with exceptional leadership skills and thrives in fast-paced environments where innovation, collaboration, and execution are critical.

This position is in Austin, Texas.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain integrated project milestones, risks, and execution plans.

Coordinate cross-functional teams for technical topics including:

Hardware Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Firmware

BIOS/BMC

Signal Integrity

Thermal Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Supply Chain

Quality

Operations

Manage development engineering deliverables through each phase of the product lifecycle.

Identify technical risks early and develop mitigation strategies.

Support program reviews with concise status reporting and data-driven decision making.

Coordinate issue resolution across engineering organizations to remove blockers and maintain project momentum.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

7+ years (or appropriate level) of Project Engineering experience.

Strong understanding of digital and mixed-signal electronic systems.

Experience working with ODMs, contract manufacturers, or external engineering partners.

Strong hardware background.

Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.

International and domestic travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with server, networking, embedded, AI/ML hardware, or datacenter platforms.

Experience supporting NPI and manufacturing ramp activities.

Experience with schematic review and PCB design fundamentals.

Key Competencies

Ownership and accountability

Cross-functional collaboration

ODM/vendor management

Data-driven decision making

Attention to detail

Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution

• USA Benefits
• In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial future. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), disability and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, commuter benefits, wellness services and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we're committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.