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Article: Looking for excitement? Try PC and workstation design: hardware and software EEs are needed to build the next generation. (electrical engineers)(Career)
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- EDN
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- October 8, 1992
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Hardware and software EEs are needed to build the next generation
Workstation and PC manufacturers report strong hiring of both hardware and software EEs to design and develop next-generation systems. Keys skills include knowledge of computer-aided-engineering (CAE) tools, as well as system-level, microprocessor, and application-specific-IC design. Furthermore, manufacturers want EEs who understand the market and can work from customer requirements.
Designing PCs and workstations is more challenging today than ever before, say engineers, due in part to fierce competitive pressures in terms of cost and performance. Shrinking PC and workstation life ...