Intern, Electrical Engineer

Rockwell Automation

. Assist with the design and validation of alternate electronic components to achieve cost reduction or address component obsolescence.

Posted 10/22/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $22 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates capabilities in PCB Design and Validation, including schematic capture and layout, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Possesses foundational knowledge in electrical engineering principles and a strong eagerness to learn and solve engineering challenges.

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PCB DesignElectrical DesignPower ElectronicsTroubleshootingJira

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Hard Skills

PCB Schematic DesignPCBA LayoutPower ElectronicsMotor ControlFPGADSPFailure AnalysisRoot Cause InvestigationTechnical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

CuriosityInitiativeEnthusiasm

Tools & Technologies

JiraJamaLTSpice

Industry Keywords

Component ObsolescenceHardware TestingValidationIndustrial Communication Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the design and validation of alternate electronic components to achieve cost reduction or address component obsolescence.
Design PCB schematic and support PCB layout.
Support hardware testing and validation in accordance with established test plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet quality and performance standards.
Assist with failure analysis and documentation.
Contribute to root cause investigations and corrective action processes.
Work alongside and receive mentorship from experienced electrical engineers.
Report to the Engineering Manager in either Mequon, WI or Eden Prairie, MN.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; Rockwell Automation will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Pursuing degree in electrical engineering or similar.
Must be enrolled for at least one more semester of school after the internship concludes (graduation date of December 2027 or later).
Local or attending school in either the Milwaukee or Minneapolis/St. Paul area (within 50 miles from the Mequon or Eden Prairie location).
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Coursework or project experience involving PCBA design and layout, Power Electronics, Motor Control, FPGA, DSP and etc.
Experience with tools or technologies such as Jira, Jama, and LTSpice.
Experience with electrical design and schematic capture.
Exposure to industrial communication technologies.
Experience troubleshooting technical problems.
Curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for learning new technologies and solving engineering problems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
401k
Paid Time off
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.