Description

Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better.

As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it’s a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.

Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 500 passionate team members.

What You’ll Do:

The Electrical Engineer intern will assist in SOC and MCU design based products that include but are not limited to: high-speed digital interfaces (LCD, digital Camera, etc), Bluetooth, WiFi, system level integration, analog power systems including SMPS, illumination, user interface, sensors (gyroscope, accelerometer, proximity, hall effect, magnetometer), sensors and motors. The intern will work with the electrical team on existing and upcoming connected pet care products. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on electrical circuits and systems from concept to product:
  • schematic design & Layout
  • prototype build
• Assist with sensor identification and evaluation
• Perform digital and analog hardware verification in the lab and writing test reports
• Attend project status meetings
• Will perform additional responsibilities when required

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; having completed first year 
• Ability to work onsite in our Auburn Hills office, Monday - Friday, 9am -5pm 
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere in a fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and interruptions
• High degree of initiative, self-motivation and ability to motivate others
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Team Members and colleagues
• Lab Equipment experience (multimeter, oscilloscope, soldering irons, etc)
• Comfortable around office pets (cats, dogs)

Not Required but Nice to Have!

• C programming experience
• Experience with embedded programming
• Previous experience with IOT devices or projects
• Experience with WIFI/BLE devices 
• Able to layout a basic PCB 
• Basic understanding of mechanical concepts
• Able to use hand tools and machining of prototypes

Statement of Inclusivity:

We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.

Please ensure to regularly check your email spam folder for any communication from Whisker to avoid missing important updates regarding your application status.

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