Computer Engineer Internship Jobs in Florence, SC

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This position reports to:
Engineering Manager
Your role and responsibilities
Working as an Electrical Engineer, you will support the design and development of electrical engineering packages, for Medium and Low Voltage systems such as Motor Control Centers (MCCs), switchgear, and circuit breakers.
This role is designed for early-career engineers and focuses on building strong technical capabilities in electrical schematics, control systems, and equipment design, while supporting senior engineers and cross-functional teams.
You will work closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams to deliver accurate, compliant, and on-time engineering solutions.
The work model for the role is: Onsite - Florence, SC
Core Responsibilities

• Support execution of electrical design activities for industrial power equipment projects (MV/LV)
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings using tools such as EPLAN P8, AutoCAD, or similar
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) aligned with engineering standards and customer requirements
• Review and interpret technical specifications and customer requirements
• Provide hands-on engineering support to production, resolving electrical and documentation issues
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth project execution
• Participate in design validation and continuous improvement initiatives

Cross Functional Technical Support

• Support manufacturing during build and test phases to resolve electrical issues quickly
• Interface with supply chain to clarify component selection and substitutions
• Assist quality teams with non-conformance investigations and corrective actions
• Work with senior engineers to implement engineering changes (ECR/ECO/ECN process)

License to Operate / Core Values

• Reports any integrity, compliance, safety, cybersecurity, quality, contract, program, and cost issues to the management and / or project manager(s) for resolution.
• Ensures that engineering activities and deliverables comply with safety regulations and cybersecurity regulations and standards and contractual requirements.
• Ensures that Bill of Materials (BOM) for the project meets contractual obligations.
• Identifies and implements change / variation requests based on the approval from project manager.
• Ensures the project meets the technical requirements of the contract and is technically completed as part of contract closure activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Preferred 3 years of experience (internships or co-op experience)
• Understanding of electrical systems, schematics, and control circuits
• Familiarity with low and medium voltage equipment concepts (MCCs, switchgear, breakers)
• Exposure to CAD tools such as EPLAN P8, AutoCAD, or similar
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical specifications
• Strong problem-solving mindset with willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with focus on accuracy in engineering documentation
• Internship or academic project experience related to power systems or industrial equipment

• Basic understanding of protection and control systems (relays, interlocks, control logic)
• Exposure to industry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, UL, or NEMA
• Experience working in or supporting a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Understanding of panel wiring, testing and ability to troublehoot

What's in it for you
We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
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As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.