Hardware Developer Engineer
Posted 15 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Hardware Developer Eng Co-op/Intern”
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- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Internship
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyElectronic Engineering Technology
Study levelDiploma or higher
Number of Position(s): 12
Duration: 4 Months (possibly 8 Months)
Date: Jan 4 to Apr 30, 2027
Location: Onsite (Ottawa, Canada)
Educational Recommendations:
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, diploma, or Electronic Engineering Technology program at an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution (2nd/3rd year or equivalent), with relevant academic or co-op experience.
The team you will be a part of
Join Nokia’s IP Routing division, where we build industry-leading networking technology that powers high-speed connectivity around the world. From next-generation network processors to large-scale routing systems, our innovations help connect people, businesses, and communities globally.
Responsibilities
As a student in the hardware group, you’ll work with an experienced team developing hardware solutions for Nokia’s routing platforms. Gain hands-on lab experience with prototype circuit boards and receive guidance, feedback, and career support from a dedicated mentor. This is an on-site role with office attendance required.
As part of the team, you will:
- Verify and debug circuit designs using oscilloscopes and other test gear.
- Test hardware under thermal and environmental conditions.
- Complete the final assembly of new prototype units.
- Qualify new circuit components
- Develop custom automation scripts (Perl, Python, TCL) to control test equipment.
Qualifications
You must have:
- A solid foundation in hardware electronics concepts.
- Familiarity with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- Have completed at least one co-op work term, a 4-month paid internship, or have equivalent paid work experience.
- A proactive attitude, a willingness to learn quickly, and the ability to grasp technical concepts with ease.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage tasks with minimal supervision.
Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.