Electronic Controls Engineering Co-Op - Summer Term

Overview

Position Purpose Hendrickson is the leading global manufacturer and supplier of medium- and heavy-duty mechanical, elastomeric and air suspensions; integrated and non-integrated axle systems; auxiliary lift axle systems; parabolic and multi-leaf springs; stabilizers; and bumper and trim components to the global commercial transportation industry.

Hendrickson is the leading global manufacturer and supplier of medium- and heavy-duty mechanical, elastomeric and air suspensions; integrated and non-integrated axle systems; auxiliary lift axle systems; parabolic and multi-leaf springs; stabilizers; and bumper and trim components to the global commercial transportation industry. The heart of Hendrickson is its people. We are always searching for talented students to join our team, and value the opportunity to develop students’ knowledge.

An internship or co-op with Hendrickson is a hands-on opportunity for students to bring the classroom to life. Our commitment to you as a PATH Student Program Member is to deliver you a Real-world, Innovative, Diverse Experience which will set you up for success. We aim to nurture the future leaders of the industry with the passion, creativity, and drive needed to continue down the path of advancing the world around us.

• Support the design, test, and evaluation of sensors on trailer suspension components for the Electronic Controls Business Unit.
• Support requirements development, validation and traceability to/from source code.
• Build and validate hardware-in-loop system to test trailer electronic components including ABS, sensors, and harnessing.
• Validate new versions of Service Tool (App) and report issues and observations in a systematic manner.
• Benchmark control strategies and sensors for new applications.
• Develop logic and scripts for sensing solutions.
• Analyze data using data analysis and visualization tools like MATLAB.
• Document testing and results in reports/engineering documents, as necessary.
• Assist in electronics lab setup tasks.

• Enrolled student working towards a bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Strong hands-on electronics and mechanical skills
• Preferred to be at the Junior or Senior Level.
• Previous Co-op experience or ability to work back-to-back sessions is a plus.
• Strong PC Skills (spreadsheets, database management, word processing) a must and proficiency in data processing/scripting a plus.
• Strong numeric and analytical skills.
• Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0

• Ability to move about office and plant designated areas
• Frequent sitting, work at a computer for extended periods of time
• Occasional need to crawl under commercial vehicles
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

• Office setting
• Exposure to laboratory and manufacturing settings

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.