Electrical Engineer Co-Op Summer '26

Acutronic Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer Co-Op to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment while working on engineering projects. The role is based in Pittsburgh, PA, and requires at least two years of study in engineering with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Interested candidates should email their resume.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking skills required.
• Understanding of engineering concepts is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design and analysis tasks.
• Analyze design specifications and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and isolate system problems.
• Support multiple projects with the engineering team.
• Apply standard technical techniques and procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Understanding of engineering concepts

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

Completed at least two years of study at an accredited college or university

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in engineering courses

Job description

Electrical Engineer Co-Op Summer '26

Acutronic Group is looking for an Electrical Engineer Co-Op to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA. This role offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment alongside global market leaders.

Acutronic employs approximately 300 employees across multiple international sites, and our Simulation & Test Division is a global leader in inertial guidance test systems and motion simulators used by aerospace, defense, automotive, and consumer electronics industries.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic engineering design, development, analysis, experimentation, test, and/or product assurance tasks of limited complexity for assigned portions of a project, ensuring tasks meet cost, quality, schedule, and performance requirements.
• Analyze and interpret design specifications, drawings, documentation, models, and test results to ensure technical designs comply with applicable engineering standards, military specifications, and product requirements.
• Troubleshoot and isolate system‑level problems discovered during test activities or production, determine root causes, and recommend near‑term workarounds.
• Provide support for multiple projects by working closely with the engineering team.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard technical techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment for minor adaptations and modifications.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of engineering concepts and fundamentals.
• Ability to work independently as well as participate as part of a team.
• Multi‑tasking ability and keen attention to detail.
• Completed at least two years of study at an accredited college or university.
• Successfully completed engineering courses with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Excellent computer skills.

Position Type / Physical Demands

• Full‑time: 9/80 or 10/4 schedule.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.

Interested candidates should email their resume to [e-mail]. Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] or phone [phone].