Engineering Intern Proton Exchange Membrane Water Electrolysis

Bosch; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch in Sunnyvale offers an internship to support the water electrolysis research team. You will assist in assembling test rigs, operating electrolysis test benches, and interpreting results while contributing to the development of testing methodologies and lab-scale capabilities.

Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team is essential for success. The role emphasizes hands-on hardware experience with PEM electrolysis and data analysis, with opportunities to publish and advance hydrogen

Qualifications

• Enrolled in MS/PhD in a relevant technical field.
• GPA of at least 3.0.
• Hands-on experience with PEM water electrolysis testing hardware and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Bosch water electrolysis research team for electrolysis cell testing and characterization.
• Assemble test rigs and operate/monitor electrolysis test benches.
• Process and interpret testing results and perform physical analysis.
• Contribute to development of testing methodology and lab-scale testing capability.

Skills

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Communicating complex concepts

Enthusiastic learner

Data processing

Technical writing

Publications in hydrogen energy

Education

MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

PEM water electrolysis testing hardware

Electrochemical testing equipment

Job description

Your tasks

Provide technical support to the Bosch water electrolysis research team for electrolysis cell testing and characterization. The intern responsibility includes assembling test rigs, operating/monitoring electrolysis test benches, processing and interpretating testing results, and carrying out physical analysis. Additional responsibilities may include further development of testing methodology and/or further development of lab scale test capability.

Your profile

Required Qualifications

• Obtained or currently pursuing MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Sciences or related technical fields.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Hands on experience with PEM water electrolysis testing hardware and equipment. This ideally includes subscale or short-stack testing.
• Experience with electrochemical testing equipment.
• Familiar with data processing and interpretation.
• Be enthusiastic and able to collaborate in a team environment.
• Curious and passionate about learning and exploring.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into simple to understand, communicable ideas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced characterization techniques, e.g., SEM, XRF, XRD, gas MS, etc.
• Experience with script coding, data analysis automation and interpretation.
• Publications to demonstrate past work in the hydrogen energy conversion field.

Contact & additional information

The U.S. base salary range for this intern position is $41.00/hr - $55.00/hr. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, type of degree, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, type of position, job location, etc. Your Hiring Manager can share more details about the specific salary range for this position during the interview process.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

• Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.