Electrical Engineering Co-Op

Emerson Electric Co; Marshalltown (IA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. seeks a student to participate in a co-op program across engineering labs, CAE, and product engineering. You will rotate through hands-on feasibility studies, CAE design support, and new product development activities while collaborating with lab technicians, engineers and designers.

You will gain experience with lab equipment, PCB prototyping, CAD-based schematics, and embedded board design, while developing analytical and teamwork skills in a structured co-op.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Ability to work full-time during the scheduled semester.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided
• Cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher
• Ability to return for multiple co-op rotations

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests using various types of lab equipment.
• Build circuit board prototypes using through-hole and surface mount technologies.
• Create schematics and PCB layout used to design embedded circuit boards on CAD.
• Design, build, and test complete circuit boards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Work assignments will rotate through the following areas based on the student's level of academic achievement:
Engineering Lab - Exposure to a variety of products in our product line working closely with lab technicians and engineers to assist in conducting 'hands-on' feasibility studies of new product concepts or competitive evaluations. This will include learning to use a variety of lab equipment and gaining experience analyzing test data and presenting test results.
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) - Exposure to the latest computer-aided engineering technology working closely with designers, drafters, and engineers to assist in the design and development of new products.
Product Engineering - exposure to the new product development process working closely with product development engineers on new projects. This will include but is not limited to, engineering analysis, failure analysis, simulation, etc. The student will gain an increased understanding of all the steps in the process to develop a robust product that meets the customer's requirements.

• Conduct tests using various types of lab equipment.
• Build circuit board prototypes using through-hole and surface mount technologies.
• Create schematics and PCB layout used to design embedded circuit boards on CAD.
• Design, build, and test complete circuit boards.
  

Who You Are:

• You engage frontline employees for input and evaluate their best ideas. You utilize analytical tools to help explore potential scenarios. You know to prepare for unexpected outcomes and try different solutions.
  

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
• Ability to work full-time during the scheduled semester
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher
• Ability to return for multiple co-op rotations
  

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives - because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet your physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid holidays and volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured co-op program. There is also an easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.