Electrical Engineering Co-Op- University of Delaware

Samtec, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering Co-op at the University of Delaware to participate in hardware design, PCB development, and lab bring-up. You will collaborate with SI, layout, and software teams on next-gen high-speed connectivity projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, documentation, and prototype manufacturing support, ideal for an ambitious EE student eager to learn state-of-the-art toolchains.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering student at the University of Delaware or similar program.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document results clearly.
• Familiar with PCB design concepts and lab test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Brainstorm concepts with engineering and marketing teams.
• Design and develop PCBs for hardware projects.
• Collaborate with SI engineers and layout designers.
• Work with software engineers on integrated hardware/software tasks.
• Document test plans and results; assist prototype manufacturing.
• Support lab bring-up and system testing.

Skills

Strong communication

Quick learner

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Analog/digital concepts

Team collaboration

Scripting basics

Education

Electrical Engineering student

Tools

Orcad

Allegro

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Samtec, Inc.

Position Title:

Electrical Engineering Co-Op- University of Delaware

Description

Job Title: ASH Hardware Design (EE) Co-op

Summary/Objective: Samtec is the global $1B+ technology leader for high-speed connectivity solutions. Samtec is seeking a self-driven and passionate Electrical Engineer to join our team as a Hardware Design Engineer.

This position is for an electrical engineering student who has a passion for learning new tools and designing unique electronic hardware. These designs support all facets of Samtec including marketing, engineering, and production teams across the world. We use state of the art industry tool design suites, working closely with Signal Integrity (SI) engineers to build next-gen hardware. Expect to perform every aspect of design including upfront schematic work to hands-on bring-up and validation in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Brainstorming preliminary concepts with engineering and marketing teams
• Designing and developing printed circuit boards (PCBs)
• Collaborating with Signal Integrity engineer and Layout designers
• Working closely with Software engineers
• Documenting test plans and test results
• Overseeing the manufacturing and assembly of prototypes
• Testing and bring-up of systems

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are a must
• Quick learner
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Good problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of digital and analog circuits
• Familiar with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Orcad, Allegro.)
• Familiar with electrical lab test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope)
• Scripting/Programming language knowledge is a plus

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.