Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

The role

The Electrical Engineer Intern will design, develop, test, and optimize autonomous surface vessels. This role involves working on electro-mechanical systems, data analysis, and sensor integration.

What you will do

• Support engineering, design, and prototype development of electro-mechanical systems and software
• Monitor systems during testing and collect and organize data for analysis
• Identify basic trends in runtime and failures of ASV components and subsystems
• Participate in the testing and validation of ASV prototypes and vessel autonomy algorithms
• Assist in power calculations and measurement to evaluate vessel performance
• Conduct research and implement solutions for sensor integration, data processing, and machine learning applications
• Contribute to the integration of propulsion systems, control surfaces, and onboard equipment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and refine ASV prototypes
• Ensure vessel designs support mission-specific operational requirements
• Document progress, prepare and write reports, and present findings to the team

Required qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Electrical Engineering, Computational Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field
• Basic experience operating, maintaining, diagnosing, testing, or repairing electrical or electro-mechanical systems
• Familiarity with electrical schematic development and usage
• Exposure to sensors and data acquisition systems
• Experience with engineering report writing, data acquisition, data analysis, hand and power tools, Arduino, and Raspberry PI programming
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies

Nice to have

• Basic software skills (Python, C/C++, Linux, or similar)
• Exposure to power calculations, measurement, and low voltage systems, 3-phase AC is a plus
• Exposure to SPICE-based circuit simulations or equivalent is a plus
• Exposure to PCB design and development is a plus
• Familiarity with networking concepts: ethernet, CAN, serial is a plus
• Preferred coursework Circuit Analysis, Analog Design, Digital Logic, Embedded Systems, Real Time Operating Systems, Algorithms, and Data Structures

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status
• U.S. Person status includes U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, and certain protected classes of asylees and refugees

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, developing solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.