Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op

Schneider Electric; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career development

Global opportunities

Total Rewards

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is seeking an Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op for a 6‑month program starting January 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in electronics design, simulation, and test in a lab environment, mentored by senior engineers with extensive experience.

The role involves designing, testing, and validating hardware for power distribution and protection, updating schematics, prototyping, and conducting test plans.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Fundamental understanding of electronic circuits and circuit design.
• Ability to discuss a project you have worked on and articulate responsibilities.
• Experience with SPICE tools, PCB design software, and MS365 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, testing, and validating electronic hardware solutions for power distribution and circuit protection products.
• Modify schematics, layout and other design documents.
• Help with prototype builds for testing.
• Write and implement test plans, including test instructions and acceptance criteria.
• Interpret test results and other data.
• Conduct root cause analysis for electronic hardware systems.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Present project summaries to internal experts.

Skills

Electronic circuits understanding

Project discussion capability

Written and oral communication

Lab equipment interest

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

SPICE tools

PCB design suites

MS365

Job description

Schneider Electric has a new opportunity for a Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op, to join our team in January 2027, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This individual will be able to gain hands‑on experience utilizing knowledge of electronics design and simulation to analyze design solutions and ensure electronics resiliency. They will work to evaluate and test product design solutions in a lab environment, supported and mentored by senior engineers with an abundance of experience.

Duration: 6 months, January 2027-July 2027

What will you do?

• Assist in the design, develop, test, and validate electronic hardware solutions for power distribution and circuit protection products. As well as support electronic products resiliency with design updates, component substitution and cost optimizations.
• Modification of schematics, layout and other design documents.
• Help with prototype builds for testing.
• Write and implement test plans, including test instructions and acceptance criteria.
• Interpret test results and other data.
• Conduct root cause analysis for electronic hardware systems.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Present project summaries to internal experts.

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering field.
• Understanding of electronic circuits and circuit design with courses similar to: electronic circuits, circuit analysis, electromagnetism, signal analysis.
• Ability to discuss a project you have worked on and articulate responsibilities and role.
• Basic abiliti es with SPICE tools, PCB design suites and MS365.
• Interest in electronics lab equipmen t, oscilloscopes, power supply, signal generators, etc. E experience is a plus.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work full-time based in Cedar Rapids, for 6-months starting January 2026
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The company does not provide sponsorship now or in the future.

What's in it for me:

• Real-world engineering experience on projects that make a difference
• Mentorship and guidance from professionals who care about your success
• Exposure to advanced tools, technologies, and industry best practices
• A collaborative culture that values curiosity, questions, and continuous learning
• A launchpad for building a rewarding technical career

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $23.00-$35.50 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

At Schneider Electric, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits‑it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

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