Internship, Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer, Energy Engineering (Fall 2026)

What You'll Do

• Modeling and design of mechanical components and assemblies including plastics, sheet metal, heat sinks, insulation systems, magnetic components, high voltage connectors, fasteners, and other components
• Mechanical design analysis including thermal, CFD, structural, design for assembly, and design for test
• Solve electronics packaging issues including: electrical isolation, sealing, thermal management, interconnection, shock and vibration management, electromagnetic interference (EMI), RF communications
• Develop engineering test plans for designs
• Create drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies
• Assist in engineering prototype builds and component fabrication
• Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, digital control, manufacturing, industrial design, and test engineers to take designs from prototype through mass production

What You'll Bring

• Pursing a degree in Engineering, Power Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Experience designing packaging for electronic assemblies including in-depth understanding of relevant component fabrication processes
• Deep understanding of material science of components used in mechanical design (metals, insulators, plastics, connectors, gaskets, thermal interface materials, potting, etc.)
• Proficiency using 3D mechanical design and analysis tools (CATIA, ANSYS Icepak, StarCCM)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Knowledge of GD&T, finite element analysis, and design for reliability concepts
• Experience using CATIA V5 and/or V6
• Experience with PLM systems, engineering changes, deviations, BOM structuring, etc.
• Working knowledge of Matlab, Python and ANYSYS
• Experience with environmental, reliability, safety, and industry standard requirements for automotive, industrial & residential products
• Basic understanding of electrical design fundamentals
• Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, diecast, etc.
• Familiarity with PCBAs and PCBA components

Benefits

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Employee Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Pay

Expected Compensation $20.00 - $50.00/hour + benefits