About the role#
This internship offers engineering students the chance to gain experience at a manufacturer of electrical motors. You will support the design, development, and testing of brushed and brushless DC motors, linear actuators, drives, and custom automation sub-systems. You will work alongside engineers and technicians to solve technical problems.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers to design, test, document, and validate new products.
- Build and validate the electro-mechanical performance of motors, circuitry, and drives.
- Improve designs or address issues through the engineering change procedure.
- Run tests, analyze data, and write technical reports for management.
- Develop GUI and electronic hardware for automated testing.
- Write or edit code to debug test simulations and equipment.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Sophomore standing or higher.
- Coursework or experience with electrical engineering principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to organize data, files, and thoughts.
- A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently or in a team.
- Interest in electrical motors or drives.
- Ability to interpret schematics and drawings.
- Experience working in a lab or shop environment.
- Hands-on experience with electrical test and measurement equipment.
- Familiarity with electronic component data sheets.
Location & details#
- Location: Kent, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About AMETEK
AMETEK is a manufacturer of industrial technology solutions. Founded in 1930, the company operates through two groups focused on electronic instruments and electromechanical components. It serves markets including aerospace, medical, and energy. The company is based in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, and employs over 22,000 people across 34 countries.
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