About the role#
This Electrical Engineering Co-op position offers the opportunity to gain technical and professional experience in a real-world setting. You will work with experienced managers and business leaders while rotating through different departments to explore areas related to your major. This is a paid, full-time position for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Conduct tests using various types of lab equipment.
- Build circuit board prototypes using through-hole and surface mount technologies.
- Create schematics and PCB layouts used to design embedded circuit boards on CAD.
- Learn C programming of microcontrollers.
- Design, build, and test complete circuit boards.
- Assist in conducting hands-on feasibility studies of new product concepts or competitive evaluations.
- Analyze test data and present results.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to work full-time during the scheduled semester.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Sophomore or Junior class status.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Ability to return for multiple co-op rotations.
- Previous work or project experience related to hardware and firmware.
- Experience with C, C++, and Python.
- Experience with circuit board design.
Location & details#
- Location: Elyria, Ohio, United States.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
About Emerson
Emerson operates in the automation machinery manufacturing sector. The company provides technology and engineering solutions for industrial and commercial operations. It maintains a global presence with headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. The organization employs over 52,000 people.
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