Software Engineering Co-op

About the Role

This on-site Software Engineering Co-op position offers hands-on experience working alongside cross-functional engineering teams in a dynamic product development environment. The co-op will contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of test automation solutions, execute verification and validation of new products and product enhancements, and ensure solutions meet or exceed product requirements.

Products include:

• Instant issuance card solutions for desktop printers.
• Integrated rear module solutions that support card indenting, impressing, and UV curing.
• Integrated lower module solutions that support card lamination and embossing.
• Materials and supplies that support the card production process.

The solutions incorporate security, software, firmware, electrical, chemical, and mechanical components. This role provides an opportunity to develop technical skills, collaborate with experienced engineers, and gain real-world experience in new product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance test automation software and solutions.
• Execute verification and validation testing for new products, modules, and enhancements.
• Configure card printers, software, and systems to align with test environment requirements.
• Document and track issues in Jira. Isolate issues to the major component level.
• Collaborate with development teams to support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Maintain the test lab, systems, and test environment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C#, Python, VB.NET, or similar languages.
• An understanding of software development principles.
• An understanding of safety when operating electromechanical systems and devices.
• Understands logic, dependencies, and cause and effect.

Qualifications

• Experience with automated testing, scripting, or software development projects through coursework, internships, or personal projects.
• Experience with electromechanical systems, test equipment, and product validation.
• Ability to utilize AI to automate tasks and improve efficiency.

Competencies for Success

• Critical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Focused on priorities.
• Drives to a conclusion.
• Communicates, written and verbal, with cross-functional engineering disciplines in mechanical, electrical, software, firmware, and materials engineering using their respective jargon.
• Engaged in the testing process to suggest opportunities for improvement and willingness to drive change.
• Schedule/date driven. Appreciation for sense of urgency, especially towards the latter part of a release cycle.
• Manages issues or barriers and looks for ways to make progress.
• Self-aware; attends to gaps in skills and competencies. Possesses a learning mindset.

This position requires five days onsite in Minneapolis, MN.