Electrical Engineer Intern @ Sensata

Electrical Engineer Intern

Summer 2023

Posted on 11/18/2022

INACTIVE

10,001+ employees

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Electrical protection controls & sensors supplier

Company Overview

Sensata’s mission is to strive to create a cleaner, more efficient, and electrified connected world with their wide array of sensors and electronic control systems. The company is a world leader in mission-critical sensing and electrical protection solutions which help their customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating requirements.

Locations

Bloomington, MN, USA

Experience Level

Intern

CategoriesNew

Electrical Engineering

Requirements

Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
Take initiative and think creatively
Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader
Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar from an accredited program
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident is NOT required for this position, however proper work authorizations will be required

Responsibilities

Support multiple new applications, defining use of existing ASICs and new ASIC needs
Build and test prototype samples
Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines
Create engineering prints and specifications
Use computers to model device performance and visualize complex designs
Apply statistical methods to data analysis
Interface with customers on key design issues
Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines
Responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment and other hardware systems
Determines design approaches and parameters
Evaluates equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results
Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability

Sensata Interns have the unique opportunity to work on a technical project in one of our engineering divisions. Throughout the internship experience, you will receive direct feedback from peers and managers, engage with other interns in the program, and will have multiple learning opportunities through Lunch and Learn presentations and training courses. Our Intern Program is inclusive to all our US sites and is designed to give each intern a concentrated view of what it is like to be an engineer at Sensata.

Internship projects vary from year to year and are based on current business needs at the time of the internship. Specific details will be provided prior to your start date, but all projects are technical and require a sound understanding of engineering principles.

As an Electrical Engineering intern possible responsibilities could include:

Support multiple new applications, defining use of existing ASICs and new ASIC needs.
Build and test prototype samples.
Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines.
Create engineering prints and specifications.
Use computers to model device performance and visualize complex designs.
Apply statistical methods to data analysis.
Interface with customers on key design issues.
Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines.
Responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment and other hardware systems.
Determines design approaches and parameters.
Evaluates equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.
Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability.

Successful candidates will be able to:

Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
Take initiative and think creatively
Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader

Requirements:

Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar from an accredited program
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident is NOT required for this position, however proper work authorizations will be required.

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Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together

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