Ciena
Wavelogic Modem HW Engineering Intern/Co-op (Winter 2027 - 4 month)
Ottawa · Intern · Internship
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About the role
- Work term of 4 months starting in January 2027.
- Analyze large-scale manufacturing yield data to identify engineering insights that can improve factory yield.
Responsibilities
- This opportunity provides exposure to electrical design, manufacturing operations, failure analysis, statistical data analysis, laboratory validation, and cross-functional product development.
- The products support fiber optic data rates of up to 1,600 Gbps and are used by leading content providers and telecommunications companies.
- Conduct hardware debugging, electrical design verification against datasheet specifications, and documentation of results.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
- Review component specifications and research alternate sources to support qualification activities.
- Familiarity with the HW Design process (schematic, layout, documentation).
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of lab equipment: multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, basic soldering.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis techniques (histogram distributions, Q-Q plots, STDev, CpK parameters) and visualizations (PowerBI, Excel, JMP).
- Confidence presenting ideas to colleagues and management as required.
- Experience with Cadence Allegro toolset.
- Experience with scripting languages (i.e Python, Linux shell, PowerQuery, Tcl).
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Compensation
- The pay range for this position is $25.50 - $35.00/hour CAD.
- Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business.
- Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
- In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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