Power Electronics Engineering Intern

Danfoss; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss Turbocor in Tallahassee, Florida, invites a Power Electronics Engineering Intern to join a leading team in oil-free centrifugal compressor technology. You will contribute to developing power electronics and motor drive systems for efficient cooling applications, gaining hands-on experience with real products and industry-leading tools.

You'll work on design, testing, and documentation, collaborating with engineers to accelerate new product development while building a strong foundation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Solid understanding of power electronics fundamentals and motor drive concepts.
• Experience with circuit simulation tools and basic circuit analysis principles.

Responsibilities

• Support design, testing, and validation of power electronic systems for compressor tech.
• Perform lab testing and data collection using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other tools.
• Build and modify prototypes, solder components, and document electrical connections.
• Run circuit simulations to optimize performance and reliability.
• Document findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product development.

Skills

Power electronics

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Circuit analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

PSpice

MATLAB

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

Join Danfoss Turbocor in Tallahassee, Florida, the pioneer and global leader in oil-free centrifugal compressor technology. As a Power Electronics Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the development of next-generation power electronics and motor drive systems that help improve energy efficiency, reliability, and performance in critical cooling applications such as data centers, commercial HVAC, and industrial process cooling.

You will work alongside experienced engineers developing advanced variable speed motor drives and magnetic bearing electronics for innovative compressor platforms. This is a hands‑on opportunity to apply engineering theory to real‑world products while gaining exposure to industry‑leading technologies. If you are passionate about power electronics, enjoy solving technical challenges, and want to be part of a team shaping the future of sustainable cooling solutions, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the design, testing, and validation of power electronic systems and components used in advanced compressor technologies.
• Perform laboratory testing and collect data using equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other electrical measurement tools to evaluate system performance.
• Build and modify prototypes by soldering components, assembling cables and harnesses, and creating electrical connection documentation.
• Conduct circuit simulations and analysis to help optimize electrical system performance and reliability.
• Document findings, prepare technical reports, and collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to advance new product development initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of power electronics fundamentals, including motor drive technologies, IGBTs, MOSFETs, rectifiers, and PWM/PAM control concepts.
• Experience with electrical system modeling or circuit simulation tools such as PSCAD, PSpice, MATLAB, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with electronic components including inductors, capacitors, resistors, and transformers, along with basic circuit analysis principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, communicate technical findings clearly, and demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

What You’ll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Want to know more? Please visit our FAQ Page.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.