Electrical Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Stellar; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Stellar Industries, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer Intern to work closely with Design Engineering on a range of projects within a manufacturing setting.

The intern will assist with designing control system components, creating wiring diagrams, troubleshooting electrical systems, and conducting tests using diagnostic instruments. This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of electrical design principles and CAD tools.
• Familiarity with CAN bus communication protocols.
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical or Altium is preferred.
• Proactive problem solving and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design of control system components including motor controllers, wire harnesses, control panels, valve drivers, and wireless remote-control systems.
• Create schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD tools for communication to vendors, manufacturing, and customer service.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic components and systems.
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies using meters and diagnostic instruments.
• Compile data and prepare reports related to testing of new and existing products.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Math & physics

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Altium

CAN bus protocols

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

• Assist in design of control system components to include but not limited to motor controllers, wire harnesses, control panels, valve drivers, and wireless remote-control systems.
• Create schematics and wiring diagrams for wire harnesses and circuit boards using CAD tools for communication to vendors, manufacturing department and customer service.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic components, including programmable controls, wire harnesses, power supplies, and test equipment as well as chassis power and control systems.
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test fixtures and diagnostic instruments such as a multi-meter, oscilloscope, network analyzer and wireless field strength meter.
• Perform detailed calculations to compute specifications for purchasing, manufacturing and installation standards.
• Compile data and prepare reports related to research and testing of new and existing products.
• Responsible for complying with safety and quality systems procedures, as required.
• Promote a productive and non-disruptive work ethic within the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge of computers and electronics design techniques, tools and principles.
• Experience with Solidworks Electrical, Altium or similar CAD based schematic software
• Experience with CAN bus communication protocols, J1939, CAN Open, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Operations Analysis and Critical Thinking.
• Complex problem solving with emphasis on active learning.
• Strong applied math and applied physics skills.
• Knowledge of common application programming languages.
• Teamwork Orientated.

Job Type

Internship

Description

Summary: The Electrical Engineer Intern works closely with other Design Engineering employees on various engineering tasks and projects. The responsibilities of the Electrical Engineer Intern vary based on assignments and department needs. At Stellar Industries, Inc. we strive to provide interns with an understanding of design engineering functions in a manufacturing organization as well as opportunities to apply what has been learned in the classroom in a dynamic business setting.

• Assist in design of control system components to include but not limited to motor controllers, wire harnesses, control panels, valve drivers, and wireless remote-control systems.
• Create schematics and wiring diagrams for wire harnesses and circuit boards using CAD tools for communication to vendors, manufacturing department and customer service.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic components, including programmable controls, wire harnesses, power supplies, and test equipment as well as chassis power and control systems.
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test fixtures and diagnostic instruments such as a multi-meter, oscilloscope, network analyzer and wireless field strength meter.
• Perform detailed calculations to compute specifications for purchasing, manufacturing and installation standards.
• Compile data and prepare reports related to research and testing of new and existing products.
• Responsible for complying with safety and quality systems procedures, as required.
• Promote a productive and non-disruptive work ethic within the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Competencies Desired

• Knowledge of computers and electronics design techniques, tools and principles.
• Experience with Solidworks Electrical, Altium or similar CAD based schematic software
• Experience with CAN bus communication protocols, J1939, CAN Open, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Operations Analysis and Critical Thinking.
• Complex problem solving with emphasis on active learning.
• Strong applied math and applied physics skills.
• Knowledge of common application programming languages.
• Teamwork Orientated.

Education And Experience

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in electrical engineering or other related field.

Requirements

Internships, Engineering