Intern - Development Engineer (Spring 2027) - Technology (ET26125)
About The Position
The Development Engineer intern will research and contribute to the development and deployment of new systems and technologies. Depending on assignment, the intern may work in power electronics, controls engineering, embedded systems, mechanical engineering, or general engineering, completing assigned work under direct supervision and according to established procedures. Work may include designing, testing, and validating power conversion systems; evaluating components; conducting electrical, efficiency, thermal, EMC, and reliability testing; developing and validating control algorithms and simulations; analyzing system data; and assisting with commissioning and troubleshooting. Embedded systems assignments may include firmware development and testing, hardware bring-up and debugging, verification and documentation, and testing communication interfaces. Mechanical assignments may involve enclosure and thermal-management design, prototype assembly and integration, thermal testing, and engineering documentation. General engineering work may include laboratory setup and maintenance, collecting and documenting test results, supporting root-cause investigations, reviewing technical materials, and participating in design reviews. Interns are expected to follow laboratory safety and quality procedures, collaborate with colleagues, uphold company values and policies, communicate delivery risks, recommend improvements, and use business tools and processes effectively. This is a Spring 2027 internship. The position is not benefits-eligible. Visa sponsorship, relocation assistance, and housing assistance are not available. Domestic travel of up to approximately 5%, sometimes with limited notice, may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program in electrical, mechatronics, computer, or mechanical engineering.
- Coursework, laboratory work, and projects concentrated in some combination of electrical power systems, control systems theory, power electronics, embedded systems, mechatronics, magnetics, mechanical design, inverters, and motor control.
- Demonstrated presentation skills and innovative problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience designing, building, integrating, and testing products or systems in a laboratory setting.
- Demonstrated successful working relationships in an educational or employment setting, including with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts.
- Demonstrated positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Availability for domestic travel up to approximately 5%, sometimes with limited notice.
- Must be eligible to work without visa sponsorship; sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in Japanese and English, both oral and written.
- Experience with laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, and data acquisition systems.
- Familiarity with C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar engineering tools.
- Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD.
- Understanding of microcontrollers, DSPs, sensors, and industrial communications.
- Interest in renewable energy, battery energy storage systems, electric vehicles, or industrial power conversion.
Responsibilities
- Research and contribute to the development and deployment of new systems and technologies.
- Complete assigned engineering design, development, testing, validation, analysis, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation tasks in one or more engineering areas under supervision.
- Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment and facilities according to established procedures.
- Collect, analyze, and document test results; gather data for root-cause analysis and problem-solving.
- Review designated technical materials and contribute observations during design reviews and technical discussions.
- Follow laboratory safety and quality procedures.
- Bring full effort to assigned tasks, provide the manager with best advice, and give early notice when work cannot be delivered as specified.
- Cooperate and collaborate with peers and cross-organizational contacts as directed.
- Exemplify company core values and comply with company policies, practices, procedures, regulations, and laws.
- Proactively recommend viable improvements and ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes.
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