Intern - Firmware Engineer, Undergraduate
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it's like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we're a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY
Advanced Energy is seeking Firmware Engineering Interns and Co-op students to support development activities across our North American design sites.
In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers on the design, testing, and implementation of power conversion, controls, and measurement solutions. Interns will have opportunities to gain hands-on experience in product development, laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and engineering analysis.
This position is located in Eden Prairie, MN.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an intern, you may have the opportunity to:
- Support firmware development projects as part of a cross-functional engineering team
- Develop, test, and debug embedded software for power conversion and control products
- Assist with implementation of new firmware features and enhancements
- Perform firmware validation and verification testing in both laboratory and production environments
- Troubleshoot embedded systems using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters
- Collect, analyze, and document test results
- Support integration of firmware with hardware components and system-level applications
- Assist with implementation and debugging of communication interfaces and protocols
- Participate in software code reviews and design discussions
- Develop technical documentation, test procedures, and engineering reports
- Collaborate with hardware, systems, manufacturing, and test engineering teams
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Location: Eden Prairie, MN
Environment: in office and lab environment
Hands-on work with embedded systems, development tools, and hardware test equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in: Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Coursework in embedded systems, microcontrollers, computer architecture, digital design, real-time systems, or related subjects
- Experience programming in C or C++
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
Experience with one or more of the following is a plus:
- Embedded software development for microcontrollers or processors
- Real-time operating systems (RTOS)
- Debugging tools such as JTAG, SWD, logic analyzers, or oscilloscopes
- Version control systems such as Git
- Scripting languages such as Python
- Communication protocols including UART, SPI, I²C, CAN, USB, or Ethernet
- Firmware development and debugging using IDEs such as VS Code, Eclipse, Keil, IAR, or MPLAB
- Basic understanding of electronics, digital circuits, and hardware-software integration
- MATLAB, Simulink, or similar engineering and modeling tools
EDUCATION
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Junior or senior preferred
Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred
COMPENSATION
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $22 to $28 per hour.
BENEFITS
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., for all regular, full-time hires, we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
- Company matched 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
- Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.
