Automation Engineering Intern

101 Bloom Energy; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Bloom Energy invites motivated students to join the Automation Engineering team for a summer internship focused on repeat unit assembly tooling. You will participate in design, testing, and documentation to support fuel cell manufacturing development.

As an intern, you will learn manufacturing processes, create work instructions, and collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to advance equipment projects and CAD models.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS/MS in ME, EE, or related field.
• Graduating between Spring 2027 and Summer 2028.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Able to work in teams or independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Solidworks or CAD software desirable.

Responsibilities

• Learn fuel cell manufacturing processes and create work instructions for manufacturing.
• Support mechanical and electrical engineers with fuel cell manufacturing equipment development activities.
• Work with process engineers to test and qualify manufacturing equipment.
• Design tools and fixtures to help with fuel cell manufacturing processes.
• Update existing CAD models and drawings for fuel cell manufacturing equipment.
• Generate PID, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and maintenance documentation.

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field

Graduating Spring 2027 to Summer 2028

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Overview

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it a reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

Department Overview

The Automation Engineering team designs, builds and deploys equipment for use in Engineering Proof of Concept, Process Development, and Pilot Production.

Intern Project

Intern Project Interns will have a primary project during the summer internship and may work on additional projects. While the project could change by the time of the internship, we anticipate that the main project will involve the following:

Repeat Unit Assembly Tool

This is a proof of concept tool for printing seals on an IC, assembling a “repeat unit”, curing the seal and assembling the “repeat units” to form a stack.

Position Responsibilities

• Learn fuel cell manufacturing processes and create work instructions for manufacturing.
• Support mechanical and electrical engineers with fuel cell manufacturing equipment development activities.
• Work with process engineers to test and qualify manufacturing equipment.
• Design tools and fixtures to help with fuel cell manufacturing processes.
• Update existing CAD models and drawings for fuel cell manufacturing equipment.
• Generate PID, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and maintenance documentation

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently a student earning a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Must be graduating between spring 2027 and summer 2028

Desired Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within teams, and/or independently in a fast paced environment
• Prior experience working in troubleshooting and root cause analysis is highly desirable
• Strong problem solving skills to resolve build, design or process issues
• Experience with Solidworks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software is highly desirable

Visa Sponsorship

Bloom Energy is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to interns or new grad hires on an F-1, J-1 or other visa for this position, regardless of CPT or OPT status.

EOE Statement

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.

We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Salary Statement with pay range

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience. The pay range for this position $36 - $50 per hour.

Salary Ranges: $45.75 - $50.00

Fraud Notice

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Bloom Energy Mission

Bloom Energy's mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone in the world. With roots in NASA’s Mars Program, the company’s founder, chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, developed an innovative fuel cell technology that is shifting the energy paradigm and redefining the electric power market. The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable. Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions. By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence. Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy. Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries. The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team. Stay up to date with Bloom Energy through our social channels.