About the role#
North Wind is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support the design, development, testing, and documentation of electrical equipment and control systems. You will work on systems used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. This role involves working alongside experienced engineers to develop custom equipment and support facility upgrades.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the design, development, and testing of electrical systems, control equipment, and electromechanical components.
- Prepare and review engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and electrical panel layouts.
- Select and size electrical components like relays, circuit breakers, switches, motors, and instrumentation.
- Help develop and evaluate control systems involving sensors, valves, and servos.
- Perform engineering calculations, electrical load assessments, and design validation.
- Create technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
- Collaborate with procurement, production, and installation teams to troubleshoot issues.
- Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and proposal development.
- Assist with project planning and tracking to meet schedule and quality requirements.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline at an accredited university.
- Academic or project experience with electrical circuits, control systems, instrumentation, power distribution, or electromechanical systems.
- Familiarity with electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
- Experience with CAD or electrical design software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to learn from experienced engineers.
- Must meet U.S. Person requirements due to project security needs.
Location & details#
- Location: St Paul, Minnesota, USA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About North Wind
North Wind operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides hypersonic and mission-critical research, development, test, and evaluation services. It maintains five business segments that cover test facility design, flight testing, and system components. Founded in 2024, the company is based in St. Paul, Minnesota. It employs approximately 202 people.
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