1. Computer Engineering By: Sandeep Sribhashyam

2. Job Description  Computer hardware engineers research, design, develop, test computer systems and components such as processors, circuit boards, memory devices, networks, and routers. By creating new directions in computer hardware, these engineers create rapid advances in computer technology.

3. Required Training  Required Education- bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or any related fields  Other Requirements- internship or relevant job experience  Need introduction to electrical and computer science, fundamentals of computer design, digital signal design and electric circuits  Voluntary professional certification through a private organization related to one's degree

4. Skills And Characteristics  Computer hardware engineers need strong skills in math, science, english, and computers  Analytical skills: Computer hardware engineers analyze complex equipment to determine the best way to improve it  Creativity: Computer hardware engineers design new types of information technology devices  Critical-thinking skills: These engineers use logic and reasoning to clarify goals, examine assumptions, and identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions to problems  Problem-solving skills: Computer hardware engineers identify complex problems in computer hardware, develop and evaluate possible solutions, and figure out the best way to implement them  Speaking skills: Engineers often work on teams and must be able to communicate with other types of engineers as well as with nontechnical team members

5. Typical Wages  The hourly income is $48.52 per hour  The median annual wage for computer hardware engineers was $100,920 in May 2012  The lowest 10 percent earned less than $63,970  Top 10 percent earned more than $150,130  Cities that pay high salaries in USA are San Jose, California: $134,400 San Francisco, CA: $ 119,870 Seattle, Washington: $116,120 Baltimore, Maryland: $ 115,280 Washington DC Metro Area: $ 114,740

6. Job Outlook  Employment of computer hardware engineers is projected to grow 7 percent from 2012 to 2022, slower than the average for all occupations  A limited number of engineers will be needed to meet the demand for new computer hardware because more innovation takes place with software than with hardware

7. Professional Associations  ACE-ACET  ACM  Computer Science Graduate Student Association  ADMI  Computer Information Association

8. Job Listing With the Companies names/location, Education, Experience  Apple- 12545 Riata Vista Cir, Austin, TX 78727  Dell- 2300 West Plano Parkway Plano, TX 75075  NASA- 1601 NASA Road 1, Houston, TX 77058  Computer hardware engineer requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer engineering or a related field for entry-level employment