About the role#
As a Process Development Engineering Intern, you will join the New Product Introduction Stack Team. You will focus on advanced process development for new stack designs and high-volume manufacturing methods. This role involves close collaboration with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to scale processes for large, multi-GW factories.
What you'll do#
- Work with Operations and Manufacturing teams to identify constraints in current stack manufacturing and develop scalable solutions.
- Run experiments to test new processes and support prototype builds.
- Implement design of experiments (DOEs) to collect data, establish process windows, and create specifications.
- Improve manufacturing yield and qualify suppliers.
- Develop and execute test plans for new processes and inspection systems, then present your findings to technical teams.
- Troubleshoot yield issues and conduct root-cause analysis with engineers.
- Write work instructions and process documentation to support transfers to manufacturing.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or a related field.
- Graduation date between Spring 2027 and August 2028.
- Strong communication skills for working within teams or independently.
- Prior lab experience with experimentation, data analysis, and troubleshooting is highly desirable.
- Preference for Master's degree students.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
- Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Bloom Energy
Bloom Energy manufactures solid-oxide fuel cell systems for distributed electricity and hydrogen generation. Founded in 2001, the company provides on-site power solutions to clients in sectors such as data centers, healthcare, and manufacturing. It is a public company based in San Jose, California. The organization employs approximately 2,420 people to support its global operations.
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