Systems Integration and Test Engineer Intern (Winter 2027)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $35

Impactful energy work

Job summary

NWU is seeking a hands-on student for a role focused on validating energy storage hardware. You will design and run tests for BMS and inverters, develop test scripts, and work with design and manufacturing teams to drive rapid prototyping and validation.

The position emphasizes Python proficiency, electromechanical test setups, and a passion for renewable energy. US work authorization required; on-site at Burlingame, CA.

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 programming languages.
• 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.

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 hardware-in-the-loop (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.

Skills

Microcontrollers

Test scripting

Python

Lab equipment

Analytical skills

Hands-on hardware

Education

EE/CE degree

Tools

HIL test setups

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support functional testing of BMS, inverters, and other systems across Peak Energy's energy storage product
• Help design, set up, and run benchtop and hardware-in-the-loop (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

About You

The company is looking for:

• 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 programming languages
• 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 include exposure to high voltage battery and power electronics systems, familiarity with battery management systems (BMS) architecture, and coursework or project experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate of $35/hr
• Supportive work environment focused on meaningful impact in the energy sector