Engineering Intern

The Dixon Group•West Chester Twp, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dixon Group is seeking an Engineering Intern for a hands-on role contributing directly to engineering projects. The intern will design printed circuit boards, write embedded firmware, and build custom internal software tools while receiving direct mentorship and professional development in a collaborative environment. The role is based at 7280 Union Centre Blvd, West Chester, Ohio. Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. The intern will gain real-world electrical and mechanical engineering experience, including practical work with programming and PCBs, and mentorship from engineers and business leaders. There may be an opportunity for full-time employment.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Proficiency or coursework experience in embedded programming and Python.
High overall computer literacy and mechanical/electrical aptitude.
Ability and motivation to execute technical tasks thoroughly, precisely, and with high quality.
Initiative, willingness to learn new technologies, and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Enthusiasm for creative problem-solving and continuous improvement of engineering workflows.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to SolidWorks, LabVIEW, or Altium Designer.

Responsibilities

Design a custom PCB featuring an embedded microcontroller, maintain component libraries in Altium, and populate prototype PCBAs.
Develop firmware for custom hardware and build specialized user interface tools for internal engineering use.
Assist engineering personnel with daily technical needs, including laser engraver job setups and prototyping support.
Use Python and LabVIEW programming skills to automate processes and improve departmental tools.
Partner with senior engineers to solve technical challenges and contribute to project deliverables.