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Hardware engineer is person who is involved with the design, implementation and testing of hardware such as circuits, components, systems, etc. Hardware engineer’s basic role is to Design new computer hardware, creating schematics of computer equipment to be built, Test the computer hardware they design,Analyze the test results and modify the design as needed, Update existing computer equipment so that it will work with new software.

This is all you need to know about a career as a hardware engineer with lots of details :

Qualification

Most entrance-level computer hardware engineers have a computer engineering bachelor’s degree, although a degree in electrical engineering or computer science is generally acceptable as well.

Skills

• Analytical skills
• Critical-thinking skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills

Courses

Certificate courses

• Certificate in Computer Hardware Maintenance and Networking (6 months)
• Certificate in Hardware Technology (6 months)
• Certificate in Hardware and Network Engineering (1 yr)
• Advanced Certificate of Hardware and Networking Professionals (1 yr)

Diploma Programme (1 yr)

• Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking
• Advance Diploma In Hardware Management 

Postgraduate Diploma Programme

• PG Diploma in Computer Hardware (1yr)

Undergraduate Degree Programme (3yr)

• B.Sc. in Networking, Hardware and Electronic Appliances
• B.Sc. in Hardware and Networking

Postgraduate Degree Programme (2yr)

• M.Sc. in Hardware and Networking

Personality and Interests

• Hardware engineers typically have an interest in building, thinking and organizing areas of interest.
• The region of interest in building shows a focus on working with machines and instruments and creating or fixing  practical stuff.
• The region of Thinking Interest shows a focus on researching, investigating and enhancing natural law knowledge.

Job Prospects

Engineers with a higher degree and computer software understanding or experience will have the greatest work opportunities. Here are some of the hardware engineering work roles:

• Router Operator
• Technical Support Executive
• Hardware Executive
• Hardware Consultant
• Network Engineer
• Storage Specialist
• System Engineer
• Back-up Operator
• Network Designer
• Cabling Designer

Salary

Hardware Engineer earns an average salary of Rs 20,000/- to 50,000/- per month depending upon knowledge and Experience of the candidate.