Intern, Firmware Engineer

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist with development, programming, debugging, and testing of embedded firmware under guidance.
• Contribute to firmware features, improvements, testing, or engineering tools for industrial drive products.
• Develop embedded software using C/C++ and support development or test activities using Python and scripting languages.
• Support firmware testing including unit, integration, and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot firmware issues with guidance from engineers and other teams.
• Participate in code reviews and learn coding standards, development practices, and documentation processes.
• Understand how product requirements connect to firmware implementation and verification.
• Gain exposure to embedded hardware, real-time operating systems, communication protocols, development environments, and debugging tools.
• Learn cybersecurity principles applicable to embedded and industrial products.
• Participate in Agile and Scrum development activities within the engineering team.
• Collaborate with colleagues and mentors in a globally distributed engineering environment.
• Complete well-defined engineering assignments with increasing complexity as experience grows.

The company is looking for candidates who have:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Preferred qualifications include pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in electrical or computer engineering or similar fields.
• Enrollment for at least one more semester after the internship (graduation December 2027 or later).
• Local presence or attendance at school within 50 miles of the Mequon, WI location.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• Basic programming skills in C++, C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Basic knowledge of circuit theory, microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog/DC power conversion, and programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs).
• Experience with power electronics or motors.
• Familiarity with design capture tools and ability to work with schematic drawings.
• Experience with tools such as CAD, Creo Parametric, ERP, 3D modeling, SAP, Matlab.
• Experience in industrial automation environments including PLC or drives programming.
• Experience using Agile methodology.

• Hourly compensation ranging from $22 to $32 based on skills, knowledge, education, and experience.
• Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work schedule coordinated with manager to accommodate personal life.