
Test Engineering Intern
Vortexion Labs • Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States
Salary: $22 - $32 / hour
Role & seniority: Test Intern (Engineering), Internship level
Stack/tools: Electrical Engineering fundamentals; programming: C++, C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, LabVIEW; CAD/3D modeling; Creo Parametric; SAP/ERP; Matlab; schematic drawings; design capture tools; PLC/industrial automation tools; EMC/UL/IECEX/IEC 61508 references
Top 3 responsibilities
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Hardware Test track: develop verification test plans, execute board-level tests (functional, EMC), ensure compliance (UL, ATEX, IECEX) and functional safety documentation
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Firmware Test track: design/develop automated test scripts, execute/manual tests, document procedures and generate test reports
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Support lab activities: contribute to test reports, design documentation, and assist with audits, builds, and commissioning of test platforms
Must-have skills
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Pursuing bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
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Basic programming (C++, C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, LabVIEW)
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Basic circuit theory and operation knowledge; microprocessors, digital/analog concepts; CPLDs/FPGAs
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Experience with power electronics or motors; design capture tools; ability to read schematics
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Familiarity with CAD, Matlab, ERP/SAP, 3D modeling; PLC or drives programming; Agile methodology
Nice-to-haves
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Industrial automation exposure, lab auditing experience, more advanced firmware/hardware integration, hands-on with test equipment
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Location & work type: Internship role; location not specif
Full Description
Job Description
- Our Test interns work with a team of engineers and industry professionals to develop and test hardware and firmware to optimize industrial operations. You will have the opportunity to be a significant contributor, while getting comprehensive exposure to the business structure of the company and how we are helping our customers bring the Connected Enterprise to life.
Our test roles fall into 2 categories
Hardware Test: Develop test requirements and execute hardware verification test plans for board level functional testing, EMC validation, Certification Agency compliance (UL, ATEX, IECEX), and Functional Safety (IEC 61508). Perform programming, analysis, and troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes. Contribute to associated product design documentation and test reports.
Firmware Test: if you like pushing products to their limits to meet the rigid standards of industrial components, you will be interested in these activities, which include: design and development of scripts for automating test procedures, documenting of test procedures, execution of test procedures for verification of product functionality (manual/automated), creation of test reports, assistance with lab audit/improvement activities, assist with build and commissioning of test firmware and hardware platforms.
Qualifications & Skills
- Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from an accredited college or university.
- Basic programming (C++, C#, Java, Python or JavaScript, LabVIEW).
- Basic knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs).
- Experience with Power Electronics or motors.
- Experience with design capture tools.
- Be able to work with schematic drawings.
- Familiarity with tools such as CAD, Creoparametic, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), 3D Modeling, SAP, Matlab.
- Experience with industrial automation environments including PLC or drives programming.
- Experience using Agile methodology.
Compensation
- The compensation for this role is $22-32 hourly.
Procedure: We are an HR consultancy firm, and we help candidates match with the potential roles by using an Artificial Intelligence System which is free of cost. If you meet the eligibility criteria, please apply and our recruitment team will help you understand your strengths and strategize your career ahead. We can let you know better once you submit your resume.
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