Hardware Engineer Intern

Knobelsdorff; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Knobelsdorff in Eagan, MN is seeking an intern to support industrial automation hardware design and documentation. You will create schematics, layouts, and bills of materials while collaborating with software, controls, manufacturing, and panel shop teams to ensure smooth project handoffs.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, daily progress reporting, and opportunities to work on diverse projects across automation and energy services.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an education in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other disciplines.
• Ability to report progress daily to the leadership team, to ensure intern tasks and projects are completed on time.
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Willing to work on some out-of-town projects.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in designing industrial automation hardware schematics that meet customer requirements.
• Create hardware layouts, wiring drawings, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with software, controls, manufacturing, and panel shop teams to ensure successful project execution and production handoff.
• Develop and execute hardware documentation and quality verification processes prior to production release.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware-related issues during development, manufacturing, and startup phases.
• Ensure hardware designs comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements, including UL508A standards.
• Support the implementation of industrial networking and communication systems.
• Support occasional startup and commissioning activities at customer sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Presentation

Daily reporting

Willing to travel

Education

Pursuing Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff (KE) means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work. If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you. This position will start May 2027.

Job Description

• Assisting in designing industrial automation hardware schematics that meet customer requirements.


• Create hardware layouts, wiring drawings, and bills of materials.


• Collaborate with software, controls, manufacturing, and panel shop teams to ensure successful project execution and production handoff.


• Develop and execute hardware documentation and quality verification processes prior to production release.


• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware-related issues during development, manufacturing, and startup phases.


• Ensure hardware designs comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements, including UL508A standards.


• Support the implementation of industrial networking and communication systems.


• Support occasional startup and commissioning activities at customer sites.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an education in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other disciplines.


• Ability to work in our Eagan, MN location 5 days/week.


• Ability to report progress daily to the leadership team, to ensure intern tasks and projects are completed on time.


• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.


• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.


• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills.


• Willing to work on some out-of-town projects.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20 - $25/hour

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time


• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.


• Must be able to work outdoors in varying conditions

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)

E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.