Electrical Engineering Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Intern benefits

Wellness resources

Community connection

Retirement savings

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks an Electrical Engineering Intern to support staff and customers, develop knowledge of SEL technologies, and perform testing on new and existing products. You will assist engineers with enclosure design, simulators, HMI and PLC work, and power system studies.

Ideal candidates are electrical engineering students with programming experience, 3-phase power knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with coursework.
• Ability to work on-site in Boise, ID full-time in summer and part-time during school year.
• Experience in programming and scripting files.
• Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems.
• Working knowledge of emulators and logic analyzers.
• Proficiency with MS Windows and serial port terminal emulation software.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team.
• Background check satisfactory to SEL and negative drug test.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to SEL staff and customers.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL processes and technologies.
• Perform testing on new and existing technology.
• Assist engineers with electrical enclosure and test rack creation.
• Develop simulators and test customer Protection/Automation systems.
• Assist with HMI creation and PLC programming.
• Assist with power system studies and SEL relay settings.
• Research and test new tools and technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical skills

Programming

Documentation

Teamwork

Learning ability

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering student

Tools

Emulators

Logic analyzers

MS Windows

Serial port terminal software

Job description

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, a typical day might include the following:

• Providing technical support to SEL staff & customers.

• Developing and maintaining knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.

• Performing testing on new and existing technology.

• Assisting engineers with electrical enclosure and test rack creation.

• Developing simulators and performing test for customer Protection/Automation systems.

• Assisting with HMI creation, PLC programming.

• Assisting with Power system studies and SEL relay settings.

• Performing research into and testing on new tools and technologies.

• Other duties as assigned.

This position might be for you if you:

• Are a current student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least one year of technical coursework completed, and graduating in May or December 2028

• Are able to work on-site in Boise, ID full-time in the summer & part-time during the school year.

• Experience in programming and script files

• Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems

• Have working knowledge of emulators and logic analyzers

• Are able to use MS Windows and serial port terminal emulation software

• Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

• Are able to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

• Are able to work cooperatively in a team environment

• Have background check results satisfactory to SEL & negative drug test result(s)

Location Information

This position is located in Charlotte, NC, a vibrant and bustling metropolis located in the heart of North Carolina. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, it seamlessly blends its rich history with a modern and dynamic atmosphere. With an eclectic culinary scene, charming neighborhoods, and a warm southern hospitality, Charlotte exudes a unique charm that captivates residents and visitors alike.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.

• School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.

• We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.

• We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.

• Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Pay Range Data - $24.25 - $33.00 per hour

Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.