Emulation Field Support Engineer
Key Responsibilities
Provide lifecycle hardware support for Siemens EDA emulation systems, including installation, service, upgrades, and end‑of‑life activities
Diagnose and resolve complex hardware issues to restore system availability and minimize customer impact
Perform incident response , root cause analysis , and problem management for Emulator/ProFPGA and Veloce product‑line issues
Conduct onsite and remote hardware support at customer locations, Siemens offices, and home‑based dispatch as required
Carry out customer site surveys to validate electrical, environmental, and infrastructure readiness prior to system installation
Execute full system installations: unboxing, rack‑and‑stack, cabling, assembly, software loading, and initial checkout testing
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support issue resolution, product reliability improvements, and operational excellence initiatives
Manage disposition of failed hardware, maintain spare parts inventory, and ensure accurate tracking in internal systems
Collect and report operational data to support global monitoring, reliability analysis, and continuous improvement efforts
Provide basic IT and system administration support as needed to maintain operational continuity
Serve as the hardware technical representative, delivering proactive onsite support at domestic and international end‑user locations
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electronic or software engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience troubleshooting and repairing complex electronics hardware
Experience with Linux OS and Microsoft Windows
Experience with high‑speed serial data technology and systems
Strong technical communication and analytical problem‑solving skills, and ability to work in team environments
Ability to follow written and verbal technical directions
Experience handling electronics parts (grounding procedures, etc.)
Direct customer interaction experience
Knowledge of server and network technology (highly desired)
Valid driver’s license and flexibility to travel on short notice
Capacity to work in remote customer locations and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
Physical strength to move 50–70 pounds, and the ability to stand and work in awkward positions for long periods in a lab/datacenter environment
Hands‑on experience with monitoring and automation tools
Proficiency in performance tuning and system observability across hybrid environments
Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPN, TCP/IP)
Strong analytical, communication, and troubleshooting skills
Data center ops knowledge is important
Preferred Skills
Experience with emulation hardware support and emulation technologies
Handling of electronic and electrical equipment (important)
Familiarity with enterprise security standards and compliance‑driven operations
Familiarity with safety standards (a plus)
Understanding of security and compliance frameworks (ISO, NIST, SOC2)
Passion for automation, self‑healing infrastructure, and continuous improvement
Export Control
This position is subject to U.S. export control requirements under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license.
Why us?
Working at Siemens Software offers flexibility—choose between working at home and at the office depending on your role. You’ll enjoy benefits and rewards you’d expect from a world leader in industrial software.
You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $90,000 – $162,000 annually with a target incentive of 3 – 5 % of the base salary. The actual wage offered may vary based on budget, candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
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Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
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