Field Instrumentation Design Intern

Fervo Energy

. Develop, prototype, and test Industrial IoT and edge computing solutions using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, industrial edge controllers, and remote telemetry hardware .

Posted 9/15/2026internshipHouston • Texas • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and testing Industrial IoT and edge computing solutions, with a strong focus on telemetry workflows and network connectivity. Proficient in hands-on field assignments, data acquisition, and presenting technical results to stakeholders.

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Embedded Computing PlatformsTelemetry SystemsNetwork SecurityPython ProgrammingData Acquisition Systems

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Hard Skills

Raspberry PiArduinoTelemetry WorkflowsField Sensor DeploymentComputer NetworkingData Quality AnalysisIndustrial Edge ControllersSCADA SystemsFiber Optic InstrumentationMeteorological Data Acquisition

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsEagerness to LearnAdaptabilityInitiative

Tools & Technologies

LinuxGitSSHModbus TCP/RTUMQTTOPC UAVPNsFirewallsCellular ModemsIndustrial Routers

Industry Keywords

Industrial IoTEdge ComputingCybersecurityOT/ICS SystemsRemote Telemetry HardwareData Acquisition SkidsNetwork TroubleshootingTemporary Data Acquisition SystemsMulti-Day DeploymentsGeothermal Sites

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsIoTLinuxPythonTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, prototype, and test Industrial IoT and edge computing solutions using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, industrial edge controllers, and remote telemetry hardware
Design and improve telemetry workflows connecting field sensors, edge devices, industrial networks, and centralized data systems
Collaborate with Data Acquisition, IT, and OT teams to improve network connectivity, remote access, and cybersecurity
Perform pressure, temperature, flow, meteorological, and other field measurements using temporary data acquisition skids, point sensors, and fiber optic sensing systems
Assist with deployment, commissioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting of remote seismic stations and other field instrumentation
Evaluate system reliability and data quality through sensor, network, and telemetry performance analysis
Document hardware configurations, network architectures, test results, and recommended practices for future field deployments
Own a technical project focused on improving architecture, cybersecurity, edge computing capabilities, or reliability of temporary data acquisition systems
Participate in office, lab, and hands-on field assignments at Fervo operating sites, including multi-day deployments as needed
Present project results to executive leadership, department leads, and fellow interns

Requirements

What you’ll need

Rising Junior, Senior, Master's candidate wrapping up within the next year, or PhD candidate
Hands-on experience with embedded or edge computing platforms such as Raspberry Pi or Arduino, telemetry systems, electronics, or hardware prototyping
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort presenting to stakeholders and leadership
Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and adapt quickly to new challenges
Basic understanding of computer networking, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, routing, and common network troubleshooting concepts
Ability and willingness to participate in hands-on field assignments at geothermal sites, including instrumentation installation, commissioning, data collection, and troubleshooting
Preferred: Experience with field sensor deployment, meteorological data acquisition, or fiber optic instrumentation
Preferred: Prior coursework or project experience in network security, OT/ICS systems, or industrial cybersecurity frameworks
Preferred: Experience with Python, Linux, SSH, Git, or scripting
Preferred: Familiarity with Modbus TCP/RTU, MQTT, OPC UA, or serial communications
Preferred: Experience with industrial routers, cellular modems, VPNs, firewalls, VLANs, or other remote networking technologies
Preferred: Experience with DAQ systems, PLCs, industrial edge controllers, SCADA systems, or time-series sensor data

Benefits

Comp & perks

12-week internship
Potential pipeline toward full-time offers
Opportunity to present work to executive leadership, department leads, and fellow interns
Hands-on ownership of a technical project
Combination of office, lab-based, and field engineering work