Test Engineering Co-Op

About the role

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is seeking a Test Engineering Co-Op to assist with aspects of hardware/software testing related to ensuring that X-ES products meet functional requirements and specifications. Responsibilities include developing, releasing, and executing testing for X-ES products. You’ll be exposed to test infrastructure and development practices and major embedded industry technologies to create solutions in our engineering and manufacturing facility.

Schedule

This position is full-time and in-person at our Verona, WI facility for a Spring/Summer 2027 co-op (January–August 2027) or a Summer/Fall 2027 co-op (May–December 2027). This typically requires students to take a semester off of school to accommodate.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Linux build systems, bootloaders, Python, and Bash
• An ability to speak to an audience (4–8 people)
• Basic understanding of how to use/operate test equipment (Oscilloscope, Digital Multi Meter, Arbitrary Function Generators, Programmable power supplies, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot complex problems systematically

Requirements

• Has an experience level equivalent to that of a Junior in university enrolled in a Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Biomedical, or Aerospace program
• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and must remain as an active student throughout the duration of the co-op
• Basic circuit analysis
• Basic understanding of digital logic
• Troubleshoot/debug issues and fix bugs as they arise (hardware- and software-oriented)
• Organizational skills, that manifest as an ability to concisely document/communicate what was done
• Multitasking-oriented mindset
• Collaborative personality

Benefits

• No-deductible, low-copay group health insurance (90% employer paid)
• Eligibility for health insurance benefits on the first day of the month following date of hire
• 401(k) employer match up to 4% (Roth option is available)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About X-ES

X-ES is proud of its strong university partnerships and offers multiple student opportunities each year. Student employees make direct contributions to the company’s products, processes, and day-to-day operations.

When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

Extreme Engineering Solutions is located in the Madison, WI area. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications.