Electrical Engineering Intern
About the role
At HiArc, we believe clients don’t need another vendor; they need a strategic partner who gets it. One who listens harder, thinks deeper, and builds smarter—around their needs, products, and goals. HiArc engineers and manufactures complex medical technologies with one goal in mind: creating the perfect fit for our clients. No off-the-shelf thinking. No compromises. Just a tailored, high-performance solution our clients need, the way they need it. That’s why HiArc is the most client-centered partner in the market. We fuse design, engineering, and manufacturing into a seamless, collaborative process—crafted entirely around our clients. We operate as an extension of our clients' teams, de-risking their processes and accelerating their path to market. And the result is a solution you won’t find anywhere else. The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the design, development, and testing of electrical components and systems across active product development programs. Responsibilities may include assisting with circuit design, layout and documentation, performing engineering analyses, building and executing test plans, collecting and interpreting data, and documenting results to support design decisions. The intern will collaborate closely with senior engineers, cross‑functional partners, and technicians to prototype concepts, troubleshoot issues, and improve product performance. This role provides hands‑on experience with real engineering challenges, exposure to the full product development lifecycle, and the opportunity to contribute meaningful work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, development, and integration of embedded electrical hardware and firmware under the guidance of senior engineers, contributing to real‑time control system products
- Assist in creating and maintaining technical documentation such as electrical schematics, design descriptions, test reports, and performance specifications
- Assist with preparing engineering specifications and procedures.
- Participate in laboratory experiments and testing activities to evaluate breadboards, prototypes, and early product builds
- Assist with the design and documentation of cables and cable harness assemblies for electromechanical systems
- Assist with producing and evaluating engineering prototypes.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education: Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering major. Must have completed at least 1 yr of the program.
Qualifications
- Strong communication and teamwork skills including written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Strong problem solving and debugging skills.
- Proficient using Microsoft Office suite and electronic design software (Altium - preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Schedule
Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
- Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
- Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
- Flexible Vacation & PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
- Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees