Electrical Engineering Associate; Entry

Electrical Engineering Associate (Entry) (Contract)

St. Louis, MO, United States (On-site)

Contract (3 months 14 days)

Published 4 days ago

PLC

AutoCAD (ACAD)

This internship opportunity offers hands‑on experience in developing cutting‑edge electrical and electromechanical systems for specialized agricultural equipment and seed processing machinery. Working within a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary engineering environment, you will contribute to innovative projects that directly impact global product supply operations. This role provides exposure to diverse technical areas including automation, robotics, control systems, and sensor applications while collaborating with experienced engineers throughout the complete project lifecycle.

You will gain practical experience in design, development, assembly, testing, and documentation of complex systems used in laboratory, production, and field environments.

• Support research, design, testing, and debugging of electrical and electromechanical systems and components
• Assist in the development and assembly of specialized equipment and machines for agricultural and seed processing applications
• Participate in CAD design work, panel layout, and printed circuit board development
• Support programming and configuration of control systems, including PLCs and microcontrollers
• Contribute to the application and integration of sensors, transducers, motor drives, controllers, and GPS devices
• Assist with documentation development including work instructions, user manuals, functional specifications, and detailed design documents
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams throughout project life cycles
• Conduct testing and evaluation of systems in laboratory, production, and agricultural field settings
• Perform occasional lifting of equipment and materials up to 20 pounds
• Work at heights of 10-20 feet when required for equipment installation or maintenance

• Electrical and electromechanical system design and implementation
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment
• AutoCAD design experience
• PLC programming and control system experience
• Microcontroller programming capabilities
• Printed circuit board design knowledge
• Understanding of motor drives, controllers, and automation systems
• Familiarity with sensor and transducer applications
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder and team interactions
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, agile environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Problem‑solving and debugging capabilities
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and research areas

• Currently pursuing or holding a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

This internship represents an exceptional opportunity to gain meaningful experience in agricultural technology innovation while working alongside talented engineers on projects that have real‑world impact. You will develop valuable technical skills across multiple engineering disciplines while contributing to solutions that advance modern agriculture and seed production capabilities.