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Firmware Engineering Intern Position Overview

We are looking for a graduate-level intern to support the development, simulation, and testing of embedded firmware and control algorithms for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems.

The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems, Power Electronics, or a related field. A background in digital signal processing, control systems, power conversion, or model-based development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and testing of embedded firmware for UPS power conversion systems.
• Model and simulate power converters and control systems using MATLAB and Simulink.
• Assist with the implementation of digital control algorithms on DSPs or microcontrollers.
• Support Model-in-the-Loop, Software-in-the-Loop, and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing activities.
• Develop and execute test cases to evaluate control performance, firmware behavior, and fault conditions.
• Compare simulation results with embedded software and hardware test results.
• Support laboratory testing, debugging, and analysis of power electronic hardware.
• Work with power conversion stages such as PFC converters, DC/DC converters, and inverters.
• Document simulation results, test data, and technical findings.
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, controls, and test engineers.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Coursework, research, or project experience in control systems, DSP, embedded systems, or power electronics.
• Experience with MATLAB or Simulink.
• Basic programming experience in C or C++.
• Basic understanding of feedback control and power conversion concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Model-in-the-Loop, Software-in-the-Loop, or Hardware-in-the-Loop validation.
• Experience creating simulation models, test cases, or automated test scripts.
• Familiarity with DSPs or embedded microcontrollers.
• Exposure to PFC, DC/DC converter, or inverter topologies.
• Experience working with oscilloscopes and laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of PWM, digital control loops, or real-time embedded systems.
• Experience with Python, Git, or automated testing is a plus.

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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

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About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

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No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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