Research & Development - Engineering Intern

Position Summary

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Candidate will drive projects in collaboration with and guidance from materials team manager/members. Help support testing, sample preparation, analytical activities in Chemelex R&D team.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Conduct research projects to support innovation • Evaluate and develop new technical capabilities: materials, compounds, testing methods/tools • Develop and execute test plans to verify product design intent and compliance with codes and standards • Conduct competitive testing • Provide support for 3D projects, technical investigations and operational improvement projects • Prepare, write, and generate technical reports, work instructions/SOPs • Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, operations, supply, quality, and sustaining engineering to ensure strong awareness, communication, and cross functional support Qualifications and Experience

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program or above in Science or Engineering field
• Student pursuing undergraduate/masters/Ph.D. degree or candidates who have recently finished their degree program
• Good to have prior lab-based hands-on experience on polymeric materials and metals

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge (classroom setting) on polymers/metals/electronics/electricals is desired but not required
• Ability to develop a test plan to demonstrate capability.
• Fundamental knowledge about materials characterization techniques (desired but not required), including Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Optical Microscopy, and Instron mechanical testing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to succeed in a team environment
• Ability to function effectively both as a self-starter (individual contributor), as a member of multi-disciplinary teams