Intern - Development Engineer (Spring 2027) - Technology (ET26125)

TMEIC Corporation Americas · Roanoke, United States · — · Posted 2026-10-27

Responsibilities

• Research and contribute to the development and deployment of new systems and technologies
• The intern engineer will work in one or more of the following areas

Power Electronics

• Perform assigned design, testing, and validation tasks for power conversion systems and subsystems under direct supervision
• Evaluate specified power semiconductors, magnetics, capacitors, and other power electronic components using established criteria and procedures
• Perform assigned electrical testing and analysis using oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and data acquisition systems under direct supervision
• Conduct specified efficiency, thermal, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and reliability tests using established procedures

Controls Engineering

• Perform assigned control algorithm development and validation tasks under direct supervision
• Create and run assigned system models and simulations using MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools
• Analyze specified system performance data and make directed adjustments to control parameters
• Perform assigned commissioning checks and troubleshooting steps under the direction of experienced engineering personnel

Embedded Systems

• Perform assigned embedded firmware development and testing tasks for power conversion and control applications under direct supervision
• Perform assigned embedded firmware development and testing tasks for energy management systems under direct supervision
• Complete specified hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation procedures for microcontroller- and DSP-based systems
• Participate in software verification and documentation activities
• Participate in hardware verification and documentation activities
• Test specified communication interfaces, including CAN, Modbus, Ethernet, and other industrial protocols, using established procedures

Mechanical Engineering

• Perform assigned design and evaluation tasks for enclosures, thermal management solutions, and mechanical assemblies under direct supervision
• Assemble and integrate prototypes according to established drawings and instructions
• Conduct specified thermal tests and record results using established procedures
• Create and update assigned engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and documentation under direct supervision
• General Engineering:
• Perform assigned laboratory setup, operation, and maintenance activities according to established procedures

Collect, analyze, and document test results

• Perform assigned laboratory setup, operation, and maintenance activities according to established procedures
• Gather data and perform assigned investigative tasks for root-cause analysis and problem-solving activities
• Review designated technical materials and provide observations during design reviews and technical discussions
• Follow established laboratory safety and quality procedures while completing assigned work
• Bring full effort to bear on tasks assigned by manager

Give manager best advice

• Give earliest notice when work cannot be delivered as specified
• Cooperate and collaborate with peers and interact cross-organizationally as specified by manager
• Exemplify Company Core Values: Integrity, Client Focus, Team Orientation, and Personal Commitment
• Comply with all Company policies, practices, and procedures and all regulations and laws
• Recommend viable improvements proactively
• Ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes

Requirements

• Intern - Development Engineer (Spring 2027) - Technology (ET26125)

High school diploma

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical, mechatronics, computer, or mechanical engineering program
• Classes, labs, and projects with a concentration in some combination of electrical power systems, control systems theory, power electronics, embedded systems, mechatronics, magnetics, mechanical design, inverter, and motor control.
• Demonstrated presentation skills

Demonstrated innovative problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in the design, build, integration, and testing of products or systems in a laboratory setting
• Demonstrated successful working relationships with others in an educational or employment setting
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• Relocation and housing assistance are not available for this position

This is not a benefits-eligible position

• Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts
• Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills
• Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Availability to travel, domestically, up to approximately 5%, sometimes with limited notice

Preferred

• Proficiency in Japanese and English languages, both oral and written
• Experience with laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, and DAQ systems
• Familiarity with C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar engineering tools
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD
• Understanding microcontrollers, DSPs, sensors, and industrial communications
• Interest in renewable energy, battery energy storage systems, electric vehicles, or industrial power conversion

Pay

Hiring Range: $55,600 - $83,400

Workplace: on_site

Department: Product Development (7071100)

Link to TMEIC Corporation Americas website

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