About the role#
This Electrical Engineering Co-op position supports the design and testing activities of the Power Pack Architecture and Core team. You will work in a professional environment to apply classroom learning to real projects.
What you'll do#
- Acquire, build, and test prototype parts, including electric motors, sensors, controllers, circuit boards, and wire harnesses.
- Perform electrical tests using electric motors, sensors, and controllers.
- Operate lab equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.
- Complete circuit schematic capture and updates.
- Assist engineers with project duties.
- Develop electrical design skills to improve your circuit and schematic analysis.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a 2-year college or 4-year university local to Saginaw.
- Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- Ability to work 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters and up to 40 hours in the summer.
- Status as a full-time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semesters.
- A cumulative 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Understanding of electrical bench equipment like oscilloscopes, function generators, multimeters, and soldering equipment.
- Strong mathematical and analytic ability.
- Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
- Right to work in the US without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Saginaw, Michigan.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Paid position.
About Nexteer Automotive
Nexteer Automotive is a motion control technology company based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It produces electric and hydraulic power steering systems, driveline systems, and software solutions for the automotive sector. The company serves over 60 customers globally, including major automakers in North America, Europe, India, and China. It operates as a public company with a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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