Electrical Engineering Intern

About Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions

Manufacturers rely on Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions equipment for the precise application and curing of powder coatings, liquid paint, ambient temperature adhesives and sealants, and food and beverage container production.

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will support the Product Development team by assisting with electrical hardware design, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and new product development activities. This position provides hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers on electrical and embedded system projects while gaining exposure to industrial coating technology and product development processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support electrical engineers with the design, development, testing, and validation of electronic hardware and system components.
• Assist in creating and updating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Participate in laboratory testing, data collection, and analysis of electrical and embedded systems.
• Help troubleshoot electrical hardware and software-related issues under the guidance of engineering staff.
• Assist with prototype assembly, equipment setup, and product evaluations.
• Support engineering teams in documenting test results and preparing technical reports.
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional project meetings.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to existing products and new product development projects.
• Learn and follow engineering standards, safety requirements, and company procedures.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university program and returning to school following the internship.
• Previous internship, project, laboratory, or co-op experience is preferred but not required.
• Minimum GPA requirement may be established based on business needs.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuit design and electronics fundamentals.
• Exposure to schematic capture and PCB design tools (Altium experience is a plus).
• Familiarity with C, C++, or other programming languages through coursework or projects.
• Understanding of microcontrollers, embedded systems, or communication protocols is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Eagerness to learn and apply engineering principles in a professional environment.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Office and Production environment.

Travel Required: None.