Electrical Engineering Co-Op

Standex International; Watertown (SD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial growth company is seeking an Electrical Engineering Co-op to support the Engineering department. Responsibilities include learning transformer and inductor design, assisting with prototyping and testing, and collaborating with engineers to improve design accuracy. The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Engineering and has familiarity with Microsoft Office and testing equipment. This role offers valuable exposure to technology and manufacturing environments in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Understanding transformer and inductor design.
• Ability to perform hands-on testing and analysis.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical engineering-related tasks for the Engineering department.
• Assist with design outputs, component verification, and prototyping.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to improve design accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint)

Familiar with testing equipment (Oscilloscope, LCR, DMM, PSU)

SPICE

Soldering

Education

Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (EE/EET/ME)

Job description

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting‑edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next‑generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

Standex Electronics is a worldwide market leader in the design, development and manufacture of standard reed switch‑based sensor solutions and custom electro‑magnetic components, including magnetics products. We are a global team of problem solvers who can provide custom and/or standard solutions through our diverse and dynamic capabilities. Our approach is to strategically partner with customers to conquer challenges and deliver reliable high‑quality results through our engineering and components. These parts serve an array of markets globally, and through our customer‑driven innovation – improve the overall performance and efficiency at which end products operate.

The Electrical Engineering Co‑op will complete electrical engineering‑related tasks in support of the Engineering department in the development and production of magnetic products with a focus on transformers and inductors. The position will allow for exposure to the technology, test processes, and manufacturing environment at Standex Electronics and will aid in the professional development of the co‑op.

What You’ll Do

• Learn the basics of transformer and inductor design.
• Review customer inputs, generate design outputs, and perform component verification.
• Assist with prototyping activities, complete bill of materials, and engineering drawings designs under supervision.
• Perform hands‑on testing, modeling, and analysis.
• Partner with a team of multi‑disciplinary engineers to collectively create/enhance tools for improved design accuracy.

Recommended Skills

• Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint)
• Familiar with testing equipment (Oscilloscope, LCR, DMM, PSU)
• SPICE
• Soldering

Preferred Curriculum

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (EE/EET/ME)

What We Value

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Capable of completing test and engineering reports and presentations.
• Dedication to continuous learning and active engagement.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.