Co-op: Electrical Engineering Technology (Fall 2026)

About the role

MSA Safety is a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We are looking for passionate, motivated individuals to join our team and contribute to solving our customers' greatest problems.

Responsibilities

• Complete schematic capture and net list generation of electrical designs using the Altium Design tool.
• Develop printed circuit board (PCB) layout of complex multi-layer and rigid flex circuit board designs.
• Complete PCB Gerber file generation, ordering, and design file coordination with fabrication house.
• Drive PCB development for prototype/proof-of-concept for electrical designs.
• Complete surface mount component rework of printed circuit boards and component replacement as needed.
• Run and document electrical and system tests.
• Run and document various EMC tests.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of digital/analog circuit design and communication protocols such as SPI, UART, I2C.
• Solid interpersonal skills in design collaboration with the electrical engineering team.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer or other similar software.
• Preferred: Knowledge of the PCB/PCBA manufacturing process.
• Preferred: Knowledge of electrical design implementation to meet EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards.
• Must be pursuing an Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or other relevant Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• Must have completed at least one semester of Sophomore year before beginning this co-op rotation.