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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…