Engineer Intern - Systems (Year Round)

oshkoshcorporation; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Frontline Communications, an Oshkosh company in Clearwater, FL, offers an engineering internship supporting design and production engineers in communications systems projects. You will assist with CAD-based vehicle layouts, part selection for weight and cost, and on-floor technical support for prototypes and production builds.

Responsibilities include updating BOMs, testing components, and configuring IPs in mobile command centers, with collaboration across suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related engineering field for entire duration of internship.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Previous internship or work-related experience.
• Experience using AutoCAD or DraftSight is a plus.
• Fundamental knowledge of networking and subnetting desirable.
• Previous experience or heightened interest in communications systems design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software i.e., AutoCAD.
• Select parts for weight, cost, reliability, and ease of manufacturing.
• Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance. Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
• Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.
• Design, model, and test new communication systems components related to audio, video, network, and radio communications that integrate with a vehicle.
• Update bill of materials to reflect product changes.
• Set up and configure IP addresses, serial communication, etc. in mobile command centers.
• All other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Internship experience

AutoCAD/DraftSight

Networking basics

Communications systems design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

DraftSight

Job description

About Frontline, an Oshkosh company

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, has been the leading custom communications vehicle manufacturer since 1985 and has built over 2,500 highly customized vehicles for this industry.

Our team members design and manufacture high-quality, reliable broadcast and communications vehicles for electronic news gathering, satellite uplink, field production, bonded cellular Live&Drive, and weather reporting applications without the use of subcontractors, all under one roof.

As part of the Oshkosh family, we have the unique ability to leverage our manufacturing, procurement and engineering resources across the breadth of our organization, making our products truly unique and built for breakthrough.

SUMMARY

Assist design/production engineers with multiple tasks involving the systems (communications) engineering functions at Frontline Communications in Clearwater, FL.

YOUR IMPACT

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software i.e., AutoCAD.
• Select parts or components for quality conscious design, i.e., weight, cost, reliability, and ease of manufacturing.
• Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance. Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
• Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.
• Design, model, and test new communication systems components related to audio, video, network, and radio communications that integrate with a vehicle.
• Update bill of materials to reflect product changes.
• Set up and configure IP addresses, serial communication, etc. in mobile command centers.
• All other duties or projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other related engineering field for entire duration of internship.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in extracurricular activities outside academic requirements.
• Previous internship experience or work-related experience.
• Experience using AutoCAD or DraftSight is a plus.
• Fundamental knowledge of networking and subnetting is desirable.
• Previous experience or heightened interest in communications systems design.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $37.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.