Systems Integration and Test Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Peak Energy; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Peak Energy in Burlingame, CA seeks a Systems Integration and Test Engineering Intern to support integration testing of energy storage systems across BMS, inverters, and power electronics. You will help expand benchtop and HIL test capabilities and collaborate with firmware, design, and simulation teams through the full test lifecycle.

The role suits a hands-on, curious engineer eager to learn by doing in a fast-moving startup, with exposure to test lifecycle steps from procedure development to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience interfacing with microcontrollers and scripting for tests.
• Familiarity with electromechanical test setups.
• Proficiency in Python or similar language.
• Hands-on with hardware and lab equipment.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Support functional testing of BMS, inverters, and other systems.
• Design, set up, and run benchtop and HIL test setups for BMS validation.
• Develop and execute test scripts to support test automation.
• Assist in developing test plans and procedures for electrical/mechanical systems.
• Interface with design, simulation, and manufacturing engineering partners.
• Analyze test data and document findings for engineering teams.
• Support troubleshooting and diagnosis during testing.
• Participate in rapid prototyping and testing culture.

Skills

Microcontroller interfacing

Test scripting (Python)

Electromechanical testing

Hardware lab work

Analytical problem solving

Renewable energy enthusiasm

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems

Job description

Peak Energy

Job Title: Systems Integration and Test Engineering Intern

Location: Burlingame, CA

Department: ESS Engineering

Reports To: Senior Manager, Test Engineering

Position Type: Internship (Summer 2027 Term)

About Peak Energy

Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.

Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.

Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, Apple, Powin, Enovix, Zipline, Solid Power, and Fluence. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.

We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.

About the Role – Systems Integration and Test Engineering Intern

This intern will support integration testing and functional verification of Peak Energy's energy storage systems, working across BMS, inverters, and other systems from batteries to power electronics.

As Peak Energy scales its ESS testing infrastructure, this role helps build out the benchtop and HIL test capabilities needed to validate systems ahead of production.

You'll work closely with firmware, design, and simulation teams, gaining exposure to the full test lifecycle – from procedure development to execution to reporting.

This role suits a hands-on, curious engineer who's eager to learn by doing and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-moving startup environment.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

Support functional testing of BMS, inverters, and other systems across Peak Energy's energy storage product

Help design, set up, and run benchtop and HIL test setups for validation of the BMS

Develop and execute test scripts to support test automation efforts

Assist in developing test plans and procedures across electrical and mechanical systems

Interface with design, simulation, and manufacturing engineering partners to inform design decisions

Help analyze test data and document findings for engineering teams

Support troubleshooting and diagnosis of issues identified during testing

Participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing

What You'll Bring (Qualifications)

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field

Experience interfacing with microcontrollers and writing scripts for functional testing

Basic familiarity with electromechanical test setups

Proficiency in Python or similar

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Comfortable working hands-on with hardware and lab equipment

Passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and driving positive environmental impact through technology innovation

Eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to high voltage battery and power electronics systems

Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS) architecture

Coursework or project experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems

Peak Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We value skills, potential, and perspective over specific credentials. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t look perfect on paper, we still want to hear from you.

Our Core Values

Speed Through Focus - Move fast but understand why. Focus on the goal, don't sacrifice quality.

Mission Over Self - It's about the greater good; confident humility. Take ownership and accountability.

Face the Brutal Truth - Transparency, honesty, big picture curiosity. Fearless decision making.

Be a Good Person - Kindness, collaboration and teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly rate for this role is $35/hr. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company. We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Peak Energy Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, aiming to reach our company’s full potential by cultivating an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.