About the role#
Pratt & Whitney is hiring a Power Electrical Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Huntsville, Alabama. You will join the Power Electronics & Controls team to work on complex power systems, analog design, and motor control systems. This role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance.
What you'll do#
- Design, analyze, simulate, and test power conversion circuitry.
- Guide ECAD personnel through PWB layout of power circuitry and the creation of technical drawings.
- Manage design tasks to meet project schedules.
- Present technical data reviews to program leadership and staff.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM major.
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Lab experience in power or controls electronics is preferred.
- Experience with electrical circuit simulation or printed circuit board layout software is preferred.
- Understanding of power conversion concepts, components, and techniques.
- Familiarity with control schemes for power converters or motor drives.
- Experience with tools such as SIMPLIS, Saber, or Mathcad is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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