About the role#
We are looking for a Power Electronics Engineer Intern to join our Hardware Systems Engineering team. This position focuses on ensuring our products meet high standards for design, development, and production quality. This is a temporary, full-time, on-site role based in Campbell, California.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to create detailed development test plans and prioritize testing needs.
- Support Systems Design Engineers with characterization testing during product development.
- Design safe test setups for high-voltage and high-power systems.
- Guide engineers and technicians on high-voltage and high-power testing practices.
- Identify bottlenecks in test procedures and suggest process improvements.
- Work with the team to build test benches and automate them to improve efficiency.
- Support the transition of products from prototype through regulatory testing and into manufacturing.
What you'll need#
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics, or equivalent industry experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in development testing of electrical equipment.
- Experience designing, setting up, and executing test sequences on test benches.
- Practical experience working with high-voltage systems (600Vac/1000VDC).
- Hands-on experience with tools, modifications, and electrical troubleshooting.
- Proficiency with instrumentation like oscilloscopes and power analyzers.
- Familiarity with basic Linux commands.
- Ability to interpret communication standards and protocols for product testing.
- Experience working in cross-functional groups and providing direction to technicians.
Location & details#
- Location: Campbell, CA
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time, temporary internship
- Compensation: Paid internship
About ChargePoint
ChargePoint operates in the electrical equipment manufacturing sector. Founded in 2007, the company produces hardware and software for electric vehicle charging stations. It is based in Campbell, California. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and functions as a public company.
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