Component Engineering Intern

Garmin International, Inc. • Olathe, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Component Engineering Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting Component Engineers or component supply chain activities.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software or other related field
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of all electronic component types
• Demonstrates proficiency using IBM-PC systems and applications, including Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Familiarity with all electronic component types
• AutoCAD or other Computer Aided Design (CAD) experience
• Knowledge of statistical methods, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), International Standards Organization (ISO) 9000, quality standards and best practices
• Some electronics troubleshooting and repair experience
• General knowledge of physics and chemistry
• Mature, self-confident communicator able to integrate with people both inside and outside the company

Responsibilities

• Research and collect component environmental compliance information which would include web searching and contacting suppliers and manufacturers
• Maintain various component databases
• Assist team members in compiling information for specification control drawings
• Assist team members in cooperation with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and suppliers on all component issues
• Assist team members in component failure analysis and problem resolution
• Work with suppliers to resolve component problems to identify "root cause" and permanent solutions
• Perform component evaluations and qualifications
• Work with Component Engineers to identify and promote the use of preferred components

Benefits

• This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern