Intern – Hardware Engineer

Our people create our best Plexus. 

WHAT WE DO AT PLEXUS 

We’re a global team of over 20,000 engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and aftermarket service experts who partner with customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service. 

We are passionate about innovating, creating and delivering products that change people’s lives. From surgical devices and health monitors to warehouse robotics and space products, we partner with our customers to help create the products that build a better world.

At Plexus, you are more than just an intern. We embrace your innovative ideas and collaborative thinking.  You play a critical role in our success as we continue to grow as a global organization. 

WHY WE LOVE IT 

Engaging and challenging projects that fulfill and develop you. People that inspire and empower you to realize your full potential. A workplace centered on inclusion and collaboration.   At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication and teamwork.  

We believe that our people create our best Plexus.  At Plexus, we value the ideas generated by our collective uniqueness and recognize that the diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives of our team members enable us to create the innovative products that build a better world. Because of this, we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT
 

As an Analog Engineer at Plexus Engineering Solutions, you will design and develop electrical hardware for products across a wide range of industries. This role collaborates with talented software, mechanical, quality, manufacturing and test engineers, and it sees all phases of the product development life cycle - from idea and conceptualize; through requirements, design, and development; to transitioning to manufacturing and into the market.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Design electrical hardware including power supplies, control systems, and instrumentation for medical, aerospace, defense, and commercial applications
• Utilize schematic capture tools and guide printed circuit board layout
• Analyze circuit designs with simulation tools such as SPICE and finite element tools
• Perform hands-on, in-the-lab, troubleshooting and bring up of prototype hardware
• Take detailed measurements of analog hardware using standard electrical measurement tools including oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers to assess circuit performance and inform design improvements
• Work as a team with other analog, digital, software, and mechanical engineers to review and improve hardware designs
• Receive expert mentorship, guidance, and coaching from experienced hardware engineers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology for entire duration of internship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Sophomore or Junior level status
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements.  If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you.

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Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement.

Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today!