About the role#
Schneider Electric's Secure Power and Data Center Division is building the infrastructure for AI and high-performance computing. As AI workloads increase, the industry is shifting toward 800V power architectures and high-density conversion. As a Power Electronics Co-Op, you will join an R&D team to develop advanced power conversion technologies. This is a 6-month, full-time position running from June 2027 through December 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support the design and development of high-density DC-DC power converters and power shelves for AI data center applications.
- Contribute to 800V power distribution and conversion architectures.
- Perform modeling, simulation, and analysis using PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, and LTspice.
- Assist in the design and evaluation of magnetic components, analog circuits, gate drive circuits, and digital control systems.
- Conduct laboratory testing, characterization, and validation of power converters, power semiconductor devices, and system-level hardware.
- Analyze converter efficiency, power density, thermal behavior, and transient response.
- Support debugging, root-cause analysis, and optimization of hardware prototypes.
- Collaborate with electrical, firmware, mechanical, reliability, and manufacturing engineers throughout the product development cycle.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related discipline.
- Completed coursework in power electronics, circuit analysis, control systems, or electromagnetics.
- A strong understanding of AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC converter topologies.
- Experience with simulation tools like PLECS, MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice.
- Ability to work on-site in Andover, Massachusetts.
- Authorization to work in the United States. Please note that sponsorship is not provided for this role.
- Preferred: Experience with high-power or high-voltage design, wide-bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN), embedded systems, PCB design tools like Cadence, and magnetic component design.
- Preferred: Prior internship, laboratory, or research experience involving power electronics hardware development.
Location & details#
- Location: Andover, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June to December).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $29.50 - $35.50 per hour.
About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric operates as a global energy technology company. It focuses on automation, electrification, and digital solutions for homes, businesses, and industrial infrastructure. Founded in 1836, the company maintains a presence in over 100 countries. It employs nearly 90,000 people to support its energy management and industrial automation systems.
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