Electrical Engineering Internships/Co-ops - $22/hr – $30/hr

RCT SystemsBaltimore, Maryland

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Overview

Schedule

Flexible-schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

RCT Systems, Power Systems Division, is seeking Electrical Engineering interns/co-ops to join our team for the summer and regular semester co-op. Note that we are no longer accepting applications for summer-only employment; however, we remain open to internships/co-ops that begin in the summer and continue through the fall. Please indicate your desired term of employment in your resume or cover letter.Intern and entry-level applicants to RCT Systems Power Systems Division (PSD), without specific experience or education in power conversion and/or power systems, are encouraged to provide cover letters to their resume/CV that address the gap between their background and the core work that we perform here at RCT PSD (solid-state power conversion).Electrical Engineering interns will perform in one or more of several different areas including:

Develop HMIs/GUIs for operation and testing of power converters.
Detailed PCB design including system control PCBs and support hardware.
Design and test embedded control algorithms for DSPs, FPGAs, and PLC controllers.
Develop Controller-Hardware-in-the-Loop (CHIL) test setups, control cards, and control algorithms using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) real-time simulators.
Design and debug electrical simulation models used to derisk test setups.
Testing of magnetic components (inductors, transformers).
Develop test plans and procedures for systems nearing design completion.
Analyze collected test data and develop reports and presentations.

Minimum Requirements:

United States Citizenship is required due to US Government ITAR program restrictions. Must indicate citizenship status on individual documents submitted with the application (resume/CV or cover letter itself)– applications not identifying citizenship status on the submitted documents will *not* be considered. Note that even if you have an active security clearance, you must identify citizenship on your submitted application documents.
Minimum 3.3 GPA
3^rd year undergraduate minimum, MS and PhD students a plus
Applicants to the internship/co-op program, who are pursuing power electronics or power systems as an undergraduate focus area or graduate studies program are highly preferred/desired.

Desired Skillset:

Self-motivated individual; research experience a plus
Experience with electrical simulation software such PLECS, SPICE, PSIM, Simulink, or DSIM
Experience implementing communication interfaces (CAN, RS485, Modbus, I2C, high speed fiber, others)
Experience applying embedded software for motor drives, AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC converters
Experience programming various microcontrollers, DSP, and/or FPGAs, such as TI C2000 or Xilinx
Hands-on experience with PLECS RT Boxes, Typhoon HIL Simulators, or other HIL platforms
Experience with PCB design software such as Altium or KiCAD
Experience with semiconductor technologies such as Silicon (Si), Silicon-Carbide (SiC), or Gallium-Nitride (GaN)
Experience working with 3-phase power systems

RCT Systems PSD produces high power density, wide bandgap semiconductor-based power converters for military and commercial applications. RCT offers competitive pay, a fast-paced R&D work environment, with a design, build, and high-voltage test site in Baltimore, MD. The internship/co-op is in-person only (no remote work), and located at our offices in Baltimore, MD.Job Postings can be found at: https://rctsystems.catsone.com/careers/RCT offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Generous PTO and Sick Time
Life Insurance
Flexible schedules available

RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

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This job at RCT Systems is located in Baltimore, Maryland, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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What employment applies to this position at RCT Systems?

RCT Systems lists this position under the following employment categories:

Flexible-schedule
Full-time

What experience level is required for this role at RCT Systems?

RCT Systems is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by RCT Systems for this role?

RCT Systems offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, and Paid Sick Leave for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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