Electrical Engineering Intern

MiTek Industries; Earth City (MO); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off

13 annual holidays

Volunteer time off

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Job summary

MiTek Industries is offering a paid 12-week Electrical Engineering Intern program in Earth City, MO. You will design and support control systems for machinery, update legacy designs, and develop new machine designs using AutoCAD Electrical and PLC software.

You will be paired with a Manager and Mentor, and participate in a hybrid work environment with networking and leadership exposure. Ideal candidates are pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree with a 3.0+ GPA, expected graduation Fall 2027

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with expected graduation Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred; full-time internship.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical) and PLC programming is preferred.
• Familiarity with drafting/drawing standards and Autodesk Vault is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and prototype new automated industrial machinery.
• Design and program safety controllers/systems.
• Create electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop control software for PLCs using Siemens/Emerson software.
• Assist shop personnel with setup of control systems.
• Collaborate within a team to deliver projects and learn from mentors.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

CAD design

PLC programming familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Siemens PLC software

Emerson PLC software

Autodesk Vault

ERP systems (SAP or QAD)

Job description

Job Responsibilities & RequirementsMiTek's Internship Program offers a paid, 12-week full-time experience that runs Monday, May 17th through Friday, August 6th designed for students nearing completion of their degree.Interns are paired with a Manager and Mentor to work on impactful projects and present final outcomes at the end of the program. The program includes networking opportunities, leadership exposure, and engagement in a hybrid work environment that fosters innovation and inclusivity. For internships that outside your current geographic location, we offer a $6,000 Intern Stipend to help cover your temporary housing and travel for the duration of the program.As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will design, develop and support control systems for machinery including improvements to existing equipment designs and developing new machine designs. Design layouts and update legacy designs and drawing using AutoCAD Electrical. Design and update legacy safety systems and PLC programs using various software. Ensure compliance with engineering procedures and guidelines, industry standards and practices, and governmental regulations applicable to industrial machinery that is designed, developed, and manufactured by MiTek.Responsibilities:Design, develop, and prototype new automated industrial machinery.Design and program necessary safety controllers/systems.Design and develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, electrical assembly drawings using AutoCAD Electrical and Autodesk Vault.Design and develop control software for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) using Siemens, Emerson software.Assist shop personnel with setup of control systems necessary to complete manufacturing.Participating in development opportunities that build real-world skills and prepare you for future rolesCollaborate and innovate in a team-oriented environmentLearn directly from experienced mentors who are passionate about sharing their knowledgeContribute to projects that create positive change in the building industry and the communities we serveBuild your professional networkContribute to meaningful work alongside MiTek mentors to gain greater skills in your fieldLearn to look at problems from different perspectives and create innovative solutionsExperience the importance of working in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaceQualifications:Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with an expected to graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; ability to accept full-time offerExperience with CAD design software, AutoCAD Electrical is preferredExperience with PLC programming is preferred.Safety system design is a plus.Familiarity with drafting/drawing standards is a plusAdvanced understanding of Microsoft Office - Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. is a plusFamiliarity with low voltage system design and electrical schematicsBasic understanding of PLC systems with remote I/O is a plusFamiliarity with Autodesk Vault is a plusUnderstanding of ERP system (SAP or QAD) is a plusRelated construction related education or training preferredRelated training on relevant software or technologies preferredMiTek Perks:Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time offDay One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision PlansFamily friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption ReimbursementPerformance/Incentive bonusesCareer advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursementRetirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit SharingEmployer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancemyFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytimeMiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at [phone].www.mii.com