Electrical Engineering Intern

Lumibird USA; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumibird Photonics USA Inc. seeks an Electrical Engineer Intern to join a fast-paced, real-world development team.

This short-term position offers hands-on experience with new product development and ongoing improvement of existing photonics systems, subsystems, and variants across commercial, industrial, medical and military applications. You'll design and test electrical schematics, build simple assemblies, assist with BOMs and technical drawings, and collaborate with mechanical and software

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple programs and priorities.
• ITAR/EAR familiarity or willingness to learn (ITAR restricted).

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics and wiring diagrams with CAD tools under senior guidance.
• Build, test and troubleshoot circuit card assemblies and subsystems.
• Create and revise BOMs and technical drawings with documentation.
• Support prototyping, testing, data collection, and basic analysis.
• Prepare simple technical reports and presentations and report progress.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

CAD design

Altium

Analytical skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium

Digital Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Electrical Engineer Intern at Lumibird Photonics USA is a short-term temporary role that offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, real‑world setting. Interns will actively support new product development as well as the continuous improvement of existing products. The intern works with an interdisciplinary design team to develop commercial, industrial, medical and military systems, subsystems and standard product variants related to the photonics industry.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, circuit boards, and system electrical layouts using CAD and design tools with oversight and guidance from senior level engineers. Clear communication, collaboration, and teamwork with coworkers and colleagues is required.
  
• Build, test and troubleshoot simple circuit card assemblies, wiring harnesses and electro‑mechanical subsystems.
  
• Support the creation and modification of technical drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and basic documentation.
  
• Help with prototyping, basic testing, troubleshooting, and data collection for electrical components and systems.
  
• Perform entry‑level calculations, simulations, and analysis under the guidance of senior engineers.
  
• Create technical documentation, including 3D models, renderings, detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOM), specifications, and test reports.
  
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and cross-functional teams to support integrated product development.
  
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Prepare simple technical reports and presentations as assigned.
  
• Provide regular status/reporting of assigned tasks, projects and initiatives to supervisor and Director of Engineering.
  
• Help maintain lab equipment, organize workspaces, and support general engineering tasks.
  
• Strict adherence to industry regulations, export controls (ITAR/EAR), quality standards (AS9100), and cybersecurity requirements (CMMC).
  
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
  
• Ability to work and manage in a fast‑paced environment with multiple programs and potential competing priorities.
  
• Any representation or reproduction, in whole or in part, by any means whatsoever, of this document, 2 / 2 made without the authorization of Lumibird is unlawful.
  
• Excellent communicator (verbal and written).
  
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
  
• Familiar with CAD design and analysis software (Altium preferred but not required).
  
• Understanding and proper use of common electrical test equipment (Digital Multi-Meters, Oscilloscopes, pulse generators, etc.).
  
• Analytical skills; proficiency in math.
  
• This position may require the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). If applicable, the applicant must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time.
  
• Must be capable of using small hand tools for assembling mechanical and electro‑mechanical components and assemblies.
  
• Good close‑up vision and steady hands for manipulation and installation of small electrical components.
  

Lumibird Photonics USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation and any other legally protected status.

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