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Eaton

20d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Menomonee Falls

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate student (preferably PhD) in Mechanical or Materials Engineering with a 3.0 GPA, 1 year of experience, CAD/FEA knowledge, and skills in thermal/materials testing and presentation.
  • You will collaborate with engineers on power conversion designs, support cooling technology projects, analyze advanced materials, and communicate findings to teams while staying on budget and schedule.

Requirements

  • Graduate student (prefer PhD student) in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering
  • Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher
  • 1 year of experience
  • Materials of Science degree in materials engineering or related discipline
  • Demonstrable knowledge in parts, materials and process selection, manufacturing support, and qualification of electronic thermal and electrical insulation materials
  • Fundamentals in thermal, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, electrical insulation applicable to power electronics, electromagnetics, power conversion, including creating specifications, designing technical solution concepts, and building and testing prototypes to validate models/hypotheses and documenting results.
  • Mechanical, thermal, and environmental reliability testing of electronic systems and components
  • Experience in potting materials, material property measurement, material formulation, processing is a plus
  • Appreciation for the trade-offs necessary to achieve designs that meet performance requirements and cost objective solutions.
  • 3D CAD modeling software knowledge (Creo, Inventor, Solidworks), FEA/CFD knowledge
  • Good English communication and presentation skills (oral and written)
  • Experience presenting value proposition of new technologies

Responsibilities

  • As a technical intern, work with electrical and mechanical engineers on the power conversion system designs, support emerging power conversion & power system solutions based on breakthrough cooling technologies for industrial, automotive, truck, and aerospace power conversion applications.
  • Participate in technology projects by supporting teams (local and remote resources) and working with external technology resources (Business Units, Universities and Customers).
  • Ability to identify, analyze, develop and validate advanced materials in the field of cooling of Power Conversion and Power Electronics is necessary. Communicate complicated technologies in a clear and concise way to a variety of different audiences. A good blend of technical knowledge and is required to be successful in this position.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural globally distributed teams, support specific task within the scope of work and provide updates to project manager.
  • Support project plans and deliver results on budget and schedule.
  • Support projects with partners from national labs, universities, and other research institutes.

FAQs

What is the location of the Thermal Engineer Intern position?

The position is located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.

What is the hourly rate for the Thermal Engineer Intern role?

The hourly rate for this position is $34.62+ per hour.

What level of education is required for this internship?

The position requires a graduate student, preferably a PhD student, in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering.

What GPA is required to be considered for this internship?

A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.

What type of experience is necessary for this role?

A minimum of 1 year of experience in related fields is required.

What kind of technical knowledge is expected from candidates?

Candidates should have a Materials Science degree in materials engineering or a related discipline, along with knowledge in parts, materials and process selection, manufacturing support, thermal/electrical insulation materials, and thermal management fundamentals.

Are any specific skills in CAD or simulation software necessary?

Yes, knowledge of 3D CAD modeling software such as Creo, Inventor, or Solidworks, as well as FEA/CFD knowledge is required.

What responsibilities will the intern have in relation to technology development?

The intern will work with electrical and mechanical engineers to support research and development in advanced potting materials for power conversion applications and contribute to technical presentations, journal articles, and white papers.

Will the intern collaborate with other teams?

Yes, the intern is expected to collaborate with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural globally distributed teams.

How important are communication skills for this internship?

Good English communication and presentation skills (both oral and written) are essential for this role.

What is the nature of the projects the intern will be involved in?

The intern will participate in technology projects supporting emerging power conversion and cooling technologies for various applications including industrial, automotive, truck, and aerospace sectors.

Is there any assistance available for candidates with disabilities?

Yes, candidates can request disability-related reasonable accommodations to assist in the job search, application, or interview process by calling 1-800-836-6345.

Does Eaton provide benefits for interns?

Yes, Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits, Retirement benefits, and paid/unpaid time away from work, though specific programs may depend on eligibility factors.

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Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy and helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges. Eaton is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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