Electrical Engineering Intern

Electrical Engineering Intern

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Intern to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Team in West Hartford, CT. In this role, the Electrical Engineering Intern will be responsible for assisting the Product Development Team in development and analysis of simple electronic designs and documentation. Functions include working with Design Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and Engineering Managers on assignments that support proof of concept designs, testing of products, maintenance of products, customer related issues and general electrical engineering challenges.

Main Job Duties:

• Design, build, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical components, sub-assemblies and products
• Modeling and documenting design elements for engineering solutions
• Creating testing environments for products, conducting the tests and documenting results
• Reviewing product standards and updating as required
• Working on manufacturing floor to solve design related issues

Qualifications:

Education:

• Currently enrolled in, or recently completed BS Electrical Engineering
• College Junior or higher preferred

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Creative approach to problem solving based on solid theoretical engineering skill.
• Hands on experience on electrical lab tools such as oscilloscope, power supplies, function generation, etc. is preferred.
• Breadboard & prototype PCB design experience is expected.
• Good theoretical background on transformer, AC system, and power electronics is a plus.
• Willing to provide engineering support required to sustain current product offering as well as evaluate new product designs. This includes performing product testing in the laboratory.
• Understanding of electronic theories and electronic circuit design principles (digital, analog, mixed signal, power, high-speed, low-noise circuits and requirements)
• Understanding of good EMC circuit design principles
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have an acceptable level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to contribute to several projects at a time.
• Prepare written and verbal reports.
• Conduct engineering studies/investigations.

Company Info:

About Legrand:

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR).

About Legrand North and Central America:

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

About Legrand's Electrical Wiring Systems Division:

Legrand's Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world. Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential.