Systems Integration and Test Engineer Intern (Winter 2027)

Thinklance LLP; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate of $35/hr

Job summary

Thinklance LLP is seeking a hands-on Electrical/Computer Engineering student for practical testing work in Burlingame, CA. You will support BMS and inverter testing, set up bench and HIL rigs, and develop test scripts to advance automation efforts.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design, simulation, and manufacturing teams, data analysis, and quick prototyping in a fast-paced energy storage environment. U.S. work eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Experience interfacing with microcontrollers and writing scripts for functional testing.
• Proficiency in Python or similar languages.
• Comfortable working hands-on with hardware and lab equipment.
• Exposure to electromechanical test setups is a plus.
• Interest in renewable energy and sustainability.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microcontroller testing

Test script development

Python programming

Hardware hands-on

Analytical problem solving

Renewable energy passion

U.S. work eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering

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