Internship Microcontroller Programmer Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: Electrical Engineer 4

Duration: 12 months Contract with possible extension

Location: Mossville, IL – Onsite role

Relocation: Fine with Relocation Candidates

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

• Work with product support team to help with troubleshooting field issues;
• Work with electrician for charger rework
• Perform End of Line test on chargers
• Update design and components selection as needed (compliance, functions, etc.)

Why this Role?

• Exciting cut edge work on electrification
• Fast paced work environment
• Work ownership
• Nurturing environment for professional growth (mentored with Senior/Chief engineer and SMEs)

Typical task breakdown:

• Work with control team on charger field issue resolution
• Review telematics data of charger fleet
• Draft test plan on additional feature and new charger validation
• Make design changes as needed and oversee drawing releases

Interaction with team: Control team, Validation team & Cooling team

Team Structure: Chief Engineer -> Tech Lead -> Charging Engineer

Work environment:

• Office and Lab, occasionally may travel to Tucson Proving Ground or Field for support
• Will need PPE gear
• It fluctuates. But office work can be 25%-75% the rest is lab.

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: BS with 8 years’ work, or MS with 5 years of work
• Degree requirement: BS
• Open to 2-year degree with 10+ years of experience
• Do you accept internships as job experience: yes
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Charging System Engineer

Top 3 Skills

• Hands-on experience with converter/inverter prototyping, test benches, and debugging.
• Experience with standards and compliance (UL, IEC, ISO) for power electronics systems.
• Strong understanding of DC-DC converters, AC-DC inverters, magnetics, and control algorithms.

Additional Technical Skills

(Required): Proficiency in using lab instruments and data acquisition tools.

(Desired)

• Experience with automated test systems.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC testing, thermal design, and environmental validation.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and microcontroller-based converter control.

Soft Skills

Required:

• Strong Communication Skills – Ability to clearly convey technical concepts to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking – Skilled at diagnosing complex system issues and proposing effective solutions.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in design reviews, documentation, and compliance with standards.
• Adaptability – Can manage changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced development environment.

Desired:

• Leadership & Mentoring – Experience guiding junior engineers or leading small technical teams.
• Conflict Resolution – Ability to navigate differing viewpoints and drive consensus.
• Project Management Awareness – Understanding timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
• Customer-Focused Mindset – Ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions.
• Continuous Learning – Proactive in staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.    

Disqualifiers/Red Flags/Overqualifications:

Disqualifiers:

• Lack of Core Technical Experience – No hands-on experience with EV charging systems, power electronics, or high-voltage architecture.
• Poor Communication Skills – Inability to clearly articulate technical concepts or collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Limited Problem-Solving Ability – Struggles with diagnosing complex system issues or lacks analytical thinking.
• Unwillingness to Work in Team Environment – Preference for isolated work or resistance to collaboration.
• Inflexibility – Difficulty adapting to changing priorities or fast-paced development cycles.

Red Flags:

• Frequent Job Changes Without Clear Progression – Indicates potential lack of commitment or instability.
• Overemphasis on Non-Relevant Experience – Focused on unrelated domains (e.g., only low-voltage consumer electronics).
• Negative Attitude Toward Standards & Compliance – Resistance to following safety and regulatory requirements.
• Poor Documentation Habits – History of incomplete or inaccurate technical documentation.

Overqualifications:

• Extensive Management Background – Candidate primarily interested in leadership roles rather than hands-on engineering.
• Senior-Level Expertise in Unrelated Fields – Highly specialized in areas not aligned with EV charging systems.
• Expectation of Strategic Decision-Making Role – Looking for responsibilities beyond technical execution and design.