Embedded Hardware Engineering Co-Op

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is seeking Embedded Hardware Engineering Co-Op’s to assist with various aspects of hardware design and production support. Gain hands-on experience working with advanced technologies from Intel, AMD, and other embedded suppliers. Depending on your assigned team, responsibilities may include one or more of the following: board-level design, HDL development, signal integrity simulations and design for high-speed signals, schematic capture, power supply design and testing, troubleshooting, debug, engineering bring-up, and/or manufacturing support.    

All Co-Op positions are full-time and in-person at our Verona, WI facility for the Spring/Summer 2027 Co-Op term (January–August 2027) or a Summer/Fall 2027 Co-Op term (May – December 2027). This opportunity typically requires students to take a semester away from school to accommodate the full-time schedule. 

X-ES hires multiple co-ops each term, with each student being assigned to one engineering team based on business needs, experience, and interests. Candidates will be considered for all positions. Candidates are welcome to include a desired focus area in their cover letter or resume if one is known.   

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Schematic capture, component investigations, DC/DC power design 

• New product bring-up support, power supply verification  

• Design, build, simulate and maintain FPGA projects 

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electronic assemblies and single board computers down to the component level  
• Perform simulations of high-speed interfaces such as memory and PCIe, interpret S-Parameter charts, perform waveform capture, and optimize via impedance using a 3D Full-Wave Solver  

Required Qualifications 

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field  

• Familiarity with some of the following: embedded systems, C or Python programming, printed circuit boards, digital logic, transmission line theory, numerical analysis, and electrical schematics is beneficial  

• Hands-on approach to Engineering, including a strong desire to learn new skills in design, testing, and production support environments.  

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and capable of working with small, dedicated engineering teams.  

• Attention to detail and ability to communicate with software and embedded design engineers  
• Interested in developing leadership skills and practicing these in a professional environment 

Compensation and Benefits

Extreme Engineering Solutions offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits, including:

• No-deductible, low-copay group health insurance (90% employer paid).
• Eligibility for health insurance benefits on the first day of the month following date of hire.
• 401(k) employer match up to 4%. Roth option is available. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

X-ES also takes a casual, small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madison’s growing tech corridor, there’s no formal dress code, flexible scheduling, and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES, we strive to offer a comfortable, relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

About X-ES

X-ES is proud of its strong university partnerships and offers multiple student opportunities each year. Student employees make direct contributions to the company’s products, processes, and day-to-day operations.

When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

Extreme Engineering Solutions is located in the Madison, WI area. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information, visit www.xes-inc.com.

Extreme Engineering Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by law.

All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section 39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.