Applications Engineering Intern

JOB TITLE:
Applications Engineering Intern

DEPARTMENT:
Sales/Marketing

REPORTS TO
: Sales Applications Engineer

EMPLOYEE TYPE
: Part-Time

LOCATION:
50477 Pontiac Trl., Wixom, MI 48393

General Job Description
Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of power testing instruments and systems including programmable AC Power Source and DC Power Supplies, AC loads and DC Electronic Loads, Digital Power Meters and Automated Testing Systems for applications in LED Lighting, Led Drivers, Aerospace, Defense, Military, Automotive, Medical, Battery, Solar, Marine, and Regulatory Testing purposes.
The Applications Engineering Intern role will be responsible for learning about Chroma's internal processes and products. They will provide some minor assistance with pre-sales hardware and software applications support for power conversion devices using Chroma's instruments and Automated Testing Equipment (ATE). This position includes learning and educating on basic principles of AC/DC theory and identifying best test practices with our customers including the development of application documentation and presentation. This position requires working closely with the direct manager across a variety of power supply markets and emerging technologies including solar, EV, battery, and LED.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpret customer's test application and technical performance requirements
• Identify discrepancies in legacy requirement data and recommend resolutions
• Design and validate automated electrical systems for power conversion products
• Design electrical interface test adapters, fixture and cable assemblies

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or earning credits for collegiate experience while in high school
• Some basic knowledge with developing schematics, wire list, bill of materials. Knowledge of PCB layout software a plus but not required.
• Basic knowledge of programming (LabVIEW, C, Python, Visual Basic, etc.) and test executive applications is a plus.
• Basic understanding in using AC/DC power sources, electronic loads, hipot testers, power meters, and general electrical lab test equipment such as DMM's, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Basic knowledge with communication protocols such as GPIB (IEEE 488.2), RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, I2C, and CAN Bus
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Effectively presents ideas to peers, management and outside customers
• Knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Visio, and Power Point.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This is a non-supervisory position.

Physical Demands

• General office skills and dexterity are required. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.

Chroma Benefits

• This position is not eligible for any Chroma provided benefits.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Chroma Systems Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, marriage or veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.