Research Engineering Intern (Local Only)

General Summary

This Intern assignment will be responsible for supporting the research and development efforts of the Systems Development department. The role requires a highly motivated individual that will assist in the design of software and hardware in experimental settings. The intern will work under close supervision of a more experienced engineer or manager. Interns are assigned to business related projects.

Key Responsibilities

Support the engineering team in the following ways:

• Develop interfaces between hardware and software.
• Maintain inventory of items related to research and development efforts.
• Prepare specifications for purchase of components and equipment.
• Test electrical hardware, including circuit boards.
• Design, implement, and maintain electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems.
• Prepare and study technical drawings and specifications of electrical systems.
• Interface with engineers and scientists of varying disciplines during the design of new systems.
• Maintains knowledge of engineering discipline through familiarity with current literature
• Observes appropriate safety and study requirements by reading, understanding, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP),
• Ensures compliance to all regulatory and safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as may be required by supervisor.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• Pursuing a Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MATLAB, python, C, C#
• Experience using multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and other laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position.
  
  

Work Environment & Conditions

This assignment will require:

• Working in both an office and a laboratory setting.
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE when entering the laboratory.
• Use of a computer for extended periods of time may be necessary.

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Location: Birmingham, AL, US

Posted Date: 11/22/2023