Electrical Project Engineer Intern: Real Projects & Growth

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online training

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

SGS is seeking an enthusiastic Project Engineer Intern with an electrical engineering foundation to apply classroom theory to real-world projects. You’ll assist in design evaluation, testing, and compliance while supporting cross-functional teams on client projects.

Ideal candidates are passionate about energy systems, electrical safety, and engineering problem-solving. The role involves planning and documenting test programs, circuit analysis, data collection, and contributing to technical

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of circuit theory, control systems, and electrical safety principles.
• Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Suite, AutoCAD, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or Altium (preferred).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers in planning, executing, and documenting test programs for electrical and electronic products.
• Support circuit analysis, schematic review, and construction verification of prototypes and test samples.
• Conduct data collection, validation, and reporting using laboratory instruments (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, etc.).
• Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations under engineering supervision.
• Help prepare technical documentation, project reports, and compliance checklists (e.g., UL, IEC, or CSA standards).
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and quality teams to track progress and maintain project documentation.
• Engage in safety and process improvement initiatives within the engineering lab or testing environment.

Skills

Circuit theory

Control systems

Electrical safety

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical engineering degree (bachelor or master) pursuing

Tools

Microsoft Suite

AutoCAD

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Altium

Job description

SGS is seeking an enthusiastic Project Engineer Intern with an electrical engineering foundation to apply classroom theory to real-world projects. You’ll assist in design evaluation, testing, and compliance while supporting cross-functional teams on client projects.

Ideal candidates are passionate about energy systems, electrical safety, and engineering problem-solving. The role involves planning and documenting test programs, circuit analysis, data collection, and contributing to technical