Mechanical Engineer Intern Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

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This is a 1st shift position located on-site in Reno, NV or South Portland, ME.

Job Summary:

• Support testing and evaluation of products against global standards for energy storage systems, high-power inverters, converters, and related power electronics equipment.

• Execute product safety testing and support construction reviews in accordance with applicable standards and test plans.

• Perform grid interoperability testing, troubleshooting, data analysis, and documentation.

• Collaborate with internal engineering teams, external labs, and other stakeholders to troubleshoot equipment under test, identify issues, and support practical solutions while maintaining project timelines and safe work practices.

• Support test automation using AC/DC power sources, measurement equipment, electronic load banks, and power conversion systems.

• Assist with test planning, schedule tracking, Gantt charts, and project execution activities.

• Design, build, and use test fixtures, test equipment, and lab setups to support certification and compliance testing.

• Set up test configuration hardware and firmware, execute tests, and post-process test results.

• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to improve testing efficiency and support the certification process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Power Systems, Power Electronics, or a related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of high-voltage systems, electrical principles, and the ability to read or support the development of electrical wiring diagrams.

• Familiarity with electrical schematics, layout drawings, test setups, and other technical documentation.

• Hands-on exposure to lab equipment such as Yokogawa power analyzers, grid simulators, RLC load banks, and communication interfaces is preferred.

• Strong Python skills; experience with Pytest or test automation is a plus.

• Exposure to NRTL, product certification, or global compliance processes is a plus.

• Strong lab testing, data analysis, troubleshooting, documentation, and reporting skills.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering and compliance teams.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while taking direction and feedback from team members.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

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