Fall 2026: Test Automation & Hardware Validation Intern

NextGenEnergyJobs; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs in San Francisco, CA invites a Test Automation Engineer Intern for Fall 2026. You will write Python tests for firmware, develop hardware test tools, and help bring up test stands alongside engineers. You’ll analyze failures with CAN and test instrumentation and contribute to CI regression coverage.

The role offers hands-on hardware exposure and a chance to present results to the team at internship end, with mentorship and growth in a fast-paced energy storage environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS or MS in EE, CE, CS or related field.
• Proficiency in Python and testing with pytest.
• Experience with Git and PR workflows.
• Solid fundamentals in circuit concepts and lab safety.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain Python test automation for firmware validation.
• Develop drivers and tooling for test hardware and protocols.
• Assist in bring-up of new test stands and documentation.
• Investigate failures using logs and measurements.
• Contribute to CI regression coverage and internal tooling.

Skills

Python

pytest

Git

Linux cli

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering

BS or MS in Computer Engineering

BS or MS in Computer Science

Mechatronics

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

SCPI/Modbus/CAN

Job description

NextGenEnergyJobs in San Francisco, CA invites a Test Automation Engineer Intern for Fall 2026. You will write Python tests for firmware, develop hardware test tools, and help bring up test stands alongside engineers. You’ll analyze failures with CAN and test instrumentation and contribute to CI regression coverage.

The role offers hands-on hardware exposure and a chance to present results to the team at internship end, with mentorship and growth in a fast-paced energy storage environment.