Electrical Engineering Intern

Motive Holding Companies LLC; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in California is seeking a Summer Electrical Engineering Intern. This role focuses on hands-on lab work, supporting the engineering team in developing and testing electronic systems. Key responsibilities include assisting with testing, debugging, collecting test data, and supporting PCB assembly. Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient with standard lab equipment.
• Ability to read schematics and basic circuit diagrams.
• Interest in working with higher voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with testing and validation of electronic systems.
• Support PCB troubleshooting activities in the lab.
• Help collect, analyze, and document test data.

Skills

Familiarity with test and measurement equipment

Basic understanding of analog and digital electronics

Basic understanding of power electronics concepts

Comfortable working in a hands-on lab environment

Good communication skills

Education

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

PCB Design Tools (Altium, Cadence)

Job description

ACT is committed to employing empowered and inspired personnel, each focused on the same goal: the highest quality products and service support. We are dedicated to providing solutions that are not only innovative for the material handling industry, but solutions that allow our clients to innovate within their own business, too.

Purpose and Scope:

The 2026 Summer Electrical Engineering Intern will support the engineering team in the development, testing, and validation of electronic systems, including analog, digital, and power electronics.

This role is highly hands-on, with a primary focus on lab work, debugging, prototyping, and test support for both new and existing products.

Responsibilities:

• Assist engineers with testing, debugging, and validation of electronic systems and PCBs
• Support PCB bring-up and troubleshooting activities in the lab
• Perform measurements using standard lab equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, power supplies, electronic loads, etc.)
• Help collect, analyze, and document test data and results
• Assist with prototype builds, including PCB assembly, rework, and wire harness fabrication
• Support basic schematic capture or PCB layout updates under guidance
• Build and maintain test setups, fixtures, and lab equipment configurations
• Participate in root-cause analysis of failures and support corrective actions
• Communicate findings clearly with engineers and cross-functional teams
• Follow all safety procedures, especially when working with high-voltage systems

Skills / Other:

• Familiarity with test and measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies)
• Basic understanding of analog and digital electronics
• Exposure to PCB assemblies and soldering
• Ability to read schematics and basic circuit diagrams
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (Altium, Cadence, or similar) is a plus
• Basic understanding of power electronics concepts (DC-DC, AC-DC) is a plus
• Comfortable working in a hands-on lab environment
• Interest in working with higher voltage systems (up to ~1000V) under supervision and safety protocols
• Strong organizational skills and ability to document and present test data
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a cross-functional team

Education/ Training:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Technical Requirements:

• Basic electrical engineering knowledge and familiarity with MS Office tools
• Strong willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced engineering environment

Pay: $23-$25/hr

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

Advanced Charging Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically or culturally associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress and religious grooming), color, age (40 and over), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), medical condition (as defined under state law), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued under section 12801.9 of the California Vehicle Code), ancestry, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression), sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, parental status, domestic partner status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or pregnancy-related conditions), military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Advanced Charging Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Advanced Charging Technologies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected categories.

The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned. The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.