About the role#
North Wind is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support the design, development, testing, and documentation of electrical equipment, control systems, and electromechanical components. You will work on equipment used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams to develop custom equipment and support facility upgrades.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the design, development, and testing of electrical systems, control equipment, and electromechanical components.
- Support the preparation and review of engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and electrical panel layouts.
- Help select and size electrical components like relays, circuit breakers, switches, motors, and instrumentation.
- Develop and evaluate control systems involving sensors, valves, servos, and other industrial equipment.
- Perform engineering calculations, electrical load assessments, and design validation.
- Prepare technical documentation including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
- Work with engineering, procurement, production, and installation teams to troubleshoot issues.
- Participate in design reviews and project meetings to track progress and discuss technical challenges.
- Assist with project planning and support proposal development through technical research and cost estimates.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Academic experience with electrical circuits, control systems, instrumentation, power distribution, or electromechanical systems.
- Familiarity with electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
- Experience with CAD or electrical design software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must meet applicable U.S. Person requirements.
Location & details#
- Location: St Paul, Minnesota
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time intern
- Term: Rolling
- This is a paid position. No sponsorship is available.
About North Wind
North Wind operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides hypersonic and mission-critical research, development, test, and evaluation services. It maintains five business segments that cover test facility design, flight testing, and system components. Founded in 2024, the company is based in St. Paul, Minnesota. It employs approximately 202 people.
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