Digital Hardware Engineer Intern

City of Shakopee, MN; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson, formerly National Instruments, is offering a Digital Hardware Engineering Intern position in its R&D team based in Austin. You will be paired with a mentor to guide you through a meaningful project and gain hands-on experience across design, prototyping, development, testing, and manufacturing aspects of the product lifecycle.

You will learn professional techniques in schematic design, board layout, and FPGA programming while collaborating with experienced engineers and contributing to

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a similar STEM field.
• Understanding of electronics, computers, and programming (VHDL or Verilog preferred).
• Strong interest in learning about digital, analog, RF, and computer technologies.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Learn professional techniques and perform tasks in schematic design, board layout, board validation, or FPGA programming.
• Work with T&M staff in R&D hardware and software organizations.
• Develop hardware and software solutions for design validation.
• Perform research as required to complete your projects.
• Diagnose and debug technical challenges.

Skills

VHDL/Verilog

Electronics

Programming

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (pursuing) in Electrical and Computer Engineering or Software Engineering

Job description

The RF R&D team is seeking a Digital Hardware Engineering Intern to work alongside experienced engineers in the development of specific hardware and software products. You will be assigned an insightful mentor, who will guide you through your project and work term for a successful project experience. You will learn and enjoy the unique opportunity to be exposed to many aspects of the product development cycle, including design, prototyping, development, testing, and manufacturing production.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Learn professional techniques and perform tasks for one or more of these areas: schematic design, board layout, board validation, or FPGA programming
• Work and interact with a wide variety of T&M staff in R&D hardware and software organizations
• Develop hardware and software solutions for design validation
• Perform research as required to complete your projects
• Diagnose and debug technical challenges

Who You Are:

You are someone who works collaboratively in a group environment and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills. You take initiative, can be resourceful, and can make progress on work independently. You take ownership of your goals, regularly check-in, and ask questions in a timely manner to ensure success of project and tasks.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Pursuing Bachelor's in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar STEM-related field
• Understanding of electronics, computers, and programming (VHDL or Verilog preferred)
• Strong interest in learning about and working with digital, analog, RF, and computer technologies
• Basic knowledge in analog circuit design principles
• Strong work ethic and drive to succeed
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Pursuing Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar STEM-related field
• Junior or above standing
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Work effectively in a group development environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills; enjoy problem solving
  • Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently
  • Persistently drive tasks and projects to successful completion
  • Take ownership of goals, schedules; manages time well
  • Listen attentively; grasp and engage in fast-paced technical conversations

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

National Instruments is now the Test & Measurement (T&M) BU in the Emerson Portfolio.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive compensation, corporate housing accommodation, relocation assistance, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.