Engineering Intern - Systems Development

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

This Intern assignment will be responsible for supporting the research and development efforts of the Systems Development department. The role requires a highly motivated individual that will assist in the design of software and hardware in experimental settings. The intern will work under close supervision of a more experienced engineer or manager. Interns are assigned to business related projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Support the engineering team in the following ways:

• Develop interfaces between hardware and software.
• Maintain inventory of items related to research and development efforts.
• Prepare specifications for purchase of components and equipment.
• Test electrical hardware, including circuit boards.
• Design, implement, and maintain electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems.
• Prepare and study technical drawings and specifications of electrical systems.
• Interface with engineers and scientists of varying disciplines during the design of new systems.
• Maintains knowledge of engineering discipline through familiarity with current literature
• Observes appropriate safety and study requirements by reading, understanding, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP),
• Ensures compliance to all regulatory and safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as may be required by supervisor.

Other Job Functions

• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:   None 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:    

• U.S. Citizen

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Pursuing a Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with MATLAB, python, C, C#
• Experience using multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and other laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Environment & Conditions

This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:

• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
• Shoe covers

In performing the work for this position, the engineer must be able to:

• Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
• Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
• Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.