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Position Summary

The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the design, development, testing, and manufacturing power & control systems for industrial chiller and related refrigeration equipment. This position provides hands-on experience working with electrical power distribution, electric drives, PLC-based controls, instrumentation, and system integration within a new product development and manufacturing environment. The intern will collaborate with chiller system engineers, controls engineers, and quality personnel to improve engineering designs for enhancing product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

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Key Responsibilities

Electrical Design & Development

· Assist in the design and modification of power & control systems including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts for air-cooled and water-cooled products.

· Support the development of electrical bills of materials (BOMs) and component specifications.

· Create and maintain design analysis for power & control components and systems, including power electronic components.

· Review drawings for compliance with applicable industry standards and design guidelines.

Controls Integration and Optimization

· Support the development and testing of power electronic components including variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, motors, and various control devices.

· Assist with troubleshooting power and control system issues during prototyping, manufacturing, commissioning, and testing.

· Participate in control sequence verification, point-to-point checks, and functional testing of chiller systems.

· Help collect and analyze operational data to support controls optimization efforts.

Product Validation and Verification

· Assist engineers in conducting product performance testing and validation and verification of power and controls components and systems in chiller products.

· Collect and analyze test data including voltage, current, power consumption, efficiency, temperature, and various motor and VFD performance factors.

· Support root cause investigations related to electrical and control failures and manufacturing issues.

· Prepare and present technical reports summarizing testing results, analysis outcomes and engineering recommendations.

Manufacturing Support

· Provide technical/engineering support to power and control system manufacturing teams in the factory.

· Assist with resolving wiring discrepancies, component substitutions, and production-related engineering inquiries.

· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, productivity, and cost reduction.

· Support implementation of engineering changes and design updates.

Compliance & Standards

· Assist with compliance efforts related to UL, NEC, NFPA 70, UL508A, and other applicable electrical standards.

· Support verification of electrical safety requirements for industrial refrigeration and HVAC equipment.

· Help maintain engineering records and documentation for regulatory audits and customer requirements.

Required Qualifications

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Junior level preferred).

· Basic understanding of electrical and electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.

· Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to read and interpret technical/engineering documentation.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Self-motivated work style.

Completed coursework in:

o Electrical and Electronic Circuit Analysis

o Power Systems

o Motor Controls (preferred)

o Industrial Automation

o Electrical Machines and Drives (preferred)

o Control Systems

o Power Electronics (preferred)

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.