Electrical Engineering Intern

Hypertherm Associates

. Support design improvements and engineering changes for plasma and waterjet cutting systems .

Posted 10/5/2026internshipHanover • New Hampshire • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in engineering documentation and familiar with product design and manufacturing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringAnalytical And Problem-Solving SkillsProficiency With Microsoft Office ApplicationsExperience With SolidWorks Or Similar 3D CAD SoftwareFamiliarity With Engineering Drawings And Drafting Practices

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisEngineering DocumentationProduct TestingChange Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written Communication SkillsStrong Verbal Communication SkillsAbility To Work IndependentlyAbility To Work In Cross-Functional Teams

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Plasma Cutting SystemsWaterjet Cutting SystemsNew Product DevelopmentManufacturing ProcessesIndustrial Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support design improvements and engineering changes for plasma and waterjet cutting systems
Assist in evaluating alternate mechanical components addressing obsolescence, availability, and supply chain challenges
Participate in product testing, data analysis, and validation activities
Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to investigate product, manufacturing, and field-related issues
Collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Regulatory, Reliability, and Supply Chain teams
Create and maintain engineering documentation for product updates and change management
Participate in engineering change processes, including design revisions, documentation updates, testing, and implementation
Contribute to New Product Development initiatives as business needs require
Participate in a project, apply engineering problem-solving skills, deliver results, and present outcomes and recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Junior or Senior standing with a minimum of two years of completed coursework
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Preferred: Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
Preferred: Familiarity with engineering drawings and drafting practices
Preferred: Exposure to product design, manufacturing processes, testing, or engineering projects through coursework, internships, clubs, or personal projects
Preferred: Interest in industrial equipment, product development, and manufacturing environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mentorship from experienced engineers
Hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines and business functions
Opportunity to own meaningful engineering work and present project outcomes to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Equal Opportunity Employer