Energy Storage Systems Test Engineer Intern

Peak Energy; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Peak Energy in Burlingame, California, is seeking a Systems Integration and Test Engineering Intern for the Winter 2027 term. This hands-on role supports integration testing and functional verification of energy storage systems, working across BMS, inverters, and related hardware from batteries to power electronics.

You'll collaborate with firmware, design, and simulation teams, building out benchtop and hardware-in-the-loop test setups, developing test procedures, executing tests, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience interfacing with microcontrollers and writing scripts for functional testing.
• Proficiency in Python or similar.
• Hands-on experience with hardware and lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support functional testing of BMS, inverters, and other systems across Peak Energy's energy storage product.
• Design, set up, and run benchtop and HIL test setups for validation of the BMS.
• Develop and execute test scripts to support test automation efforts.
• Assist in developing test plans and procedures across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Interface with design, simulation, and manufacturing engineering partners to inform design decisions.
• Analyze test data and document findings for engineering teams.
• Support troubleshooting and diagnosis of issues identified during testing.
• Participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing.

Skills

Microcontroller interface

Python scripting

Lab hardware familiarity

Analytical problem solving

Hands-on hardware

Education

Electrical / Computer Engineering (pursuing)

Job description

Peak Energy in Burlingame, California, is seeking a Systems Integration and Test Engineering Intern for the Winter 2027 term. This hands-on role supports integration testing and functional verification of energy storage systems, working across BMS, inverters, and related hardware from batteries to power electronics.

You'll collaborate with firmware, design, and simulation teams, building out benchtop and hardware-in-the-loop test setups, developing test procedures, executing tests, and