Voltpost is actively seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our dynamic product design & engineering team. We are looking for candidates who are excited to help build & scale electronics for our charging platform.
The ideal candidate should be familiar with typical electrical engineering first principles and have an understanding of basic test and troubleshooting methodologies. Strong documentation practices are key. We value individuals who take initiative when they see an opportunity to lend their knowledge and talents.
If you are passionate about engineering, possess a deep-rooted fascination for cutting-edge technology, and thrive on the opportunity to develop new solutions that will make a positive impact for people and our planet, we would love to hear from you. We are running the internship through a Clean Energy Internship program.
We are looking for candidates that are able to start in September with flexibility on the internship ending at the end of the year or May 2025.
About Voltpost:
The Voltpost mission is to decarbonize mobility by democratizing charging access. We reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution by rapidly deploying chargers that accelerate the electric mobility transition. Our goal is to empower people and communities to take climate action. We do this by retrofitting lampposts into Voltposts, a modular and upgradable charging platform. This provides people convenient and affordable charging access while reducing the cost, timing, and footprint of chargers. Our vision is to be a transformative force in the climate movement by making charging as common as lampposts.
This position is remote/hybrid for a resident of New York State, with the option of being in person in New York, NY, reporting to the Senior Director of Hardware Engineering.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Responsibilities:
● Assist in reviewing and editing electrical schematics and PCB layouts for UL compliance
● Support documentation efforts for UL certification process, such as technical reports and test plans for UL submission
● Research compliance standards relevant to safety circuits in EV chargers
● Analyze product design against UL requirements and identify potential issues
● Contribute to the development of test procedures for internal pre-compliance checks
● Assist in organizing and maintaining electrical engineering documentation
● Participate in design reviews and team meetings
● Help create and update component lists and datasheets for UL submission
Minimum Qualifications:
● Excellent problem-solving skills and a growth mindset
● Ability to deliver timely results
● Comfortable with using bug tracking tools and Github version control
● Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate
effectively with cross-functional teams
● Understanding of hardware-software interactions and ability to work closely
with both hardware engineers and front-end software engineers
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including circuit theory and analysis
- Familiarity with basic power electronics concepts
- Proficiency in technical documentation and report writing
- Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git/GitHub
- Familiarity with productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel, GoogleSheets, or similar spreadsheet software
- Basic understanding of PCB design principles
- Ability to read and interpret component data sheets
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Enthusiasm for learning about EV technology and power systems
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts verbally and in writing
Join us at Voltpost and be part of a team that is revolutionizing the electric vehicle charging industry. Apply your expertise in embedded firmware and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable and equitable transportation.