Sensors Engineer Intern

DwyerOmega; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentors

Real-world projects

Team collaboration

Career development

Resume enhancement

Job summary

DwyerOmega invites applications for a Sensors Engineering Intern position focused on Lake Shore Cryotronics product development. You will work closely with engineers to support microfabrication, packaging design, assembly, and metrology.

The role includes hands-on lab work, data collection, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The internship emphasizes learning through real projects, mentorship from experienced engineers, and opportunities to contribute to test and measurement

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently or in a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn packaging design, assembly, metrology, electronics, and test/measurement instrumentation.
• Conduct experiments, measurements, or assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Report results to the larger team.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Software control systems

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant science/engineering field

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Session: Summer 2027 Location: Westerville, OH (On-Site) Note: This position is NOT eligible for relocation assistance. Duration: May-August 2027 (Full-Time)

About the Company

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications.

What You’ll Do

As a Sensors Engineering Intern for Lake Shore Cryotronics products, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the engineers and scientists who are developing the next generation of Lake Shore sensors. Work may include microfabrication tasks, design tasks to aid in packaging, assembly and metrology, and work with electronic components and instrumentation to aid in test and measurement.

Essential Job Functions

• Learning technologies or processes related to packaging design, assembly, metrology, electronic components, and/or test and measurement instrumentation.
• Applying your learning to complete experiments, measurements, or assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Reporting the results of your work to the larger team.

Requirements

• Working toward an undergraduate bachelor's degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline (Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, etc.).
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to preserve the confidentiality of information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling.
• Experience with design and implementation of software control for mechanical systems.

Preferred

• PID loop tuning experience
• Magnetostatics coursework

Work Environment

This position operates in both professional office and laboratory environments. The employee will regularly divide time between desk-based work, data analysis, project meetings, and hands-on laboratory activities. Laboratory environments may include exposure to chemicals, laboratory equipment, testing materials, etc. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, lab coats, or other required protective gear may be required when working in laboratory areas.

Physical Requirements

To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to:

• Remain in a stationary position and work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Frequently alternate between sitting, standing, and walking throughout office and laboratory environments.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and/or move materials, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Visually inspect equipment, instruments, test samples, data, and work areas.
• Safely navigate laboratory and office workspaces.
• Use hands and fingers to operate computers, laboratory equipment, tools, and instrumentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Internship Perks

• Work on meaningful, real-world projects.
• Learn from experienced mentors and industry experts.
• Develop teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Gain insight into business operations and how your department supports broader company goals.
• Participate in intern-focused programming designed to support career development and networking.
• Build your resume with a respected name in measurement.

Please Note:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, an E-Verify employer, and a drug-free company.

This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

As part of the recruitment process, you may be contacted by AI-enabled technology to conduct an initial screening call. The technology will ask role-related questions and record or transcribe your responses for review by our recruitment team.

Pay Transparency

We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We’re happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.