Intern - Hardware Engineer (Fall 2026) at Plexus

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences, IndustrialIndustries

Requirements

  • Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering for the entire duration of internship
  • Sophomore or Junior level status (preferred)
  • GPA: 3.0 or higher (preferred)
  • Relevant course work in FPGA design and test benching (VHDL / Verilog / System Verilog) or Circuit Design and Layout (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Implement and verify the hardware design by using the appropriate EDA tools
  • Deliver prototype hardware to customers by implementing physical hardware design components, capturing schematics and supervising PCB layouts
  • Develop project documentation in accordance with quality and change management procedures and guidelines to ensure project information is properly organized and archived
  • Participate in performance review to ensure employee continuous improvement and growth
  • Utilize schematic capture tools and guide printed circuit board layout
  • Analyze circuit designs with simulation tools such as SPICE and finite element tools
  • Perform hands-on, in-the-lab, troubleshooting and bring up of prototype hardware
  • Take detailed measurements of analog hardware using standard electrical measurement tools including oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers to assess circuit performance and inform design improvements
  • Work as a team with other analog, digital, software, and mechanical engineers to review and improve hardware designs
  • Receive expert mentorship, guidance, and coaching from experienced hardware engineers

Skills

Plexus

Manufactures and repairs medical devices

About Plexus

Plexus Corp. offers engineering and manufacturing services tailored for medical device manufacturers, focusing on aftermarket repair and maintenance for drug delivery devices. Their services lead to a 50% improvement in turnaround times and a 25% reduction in service costs, while also minimizing quality issues. Plexus stands out by providing end-to-end solutions, utilizing tools like the Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker (SMART) to enhance supply chain efficiency. The company's goal is to deliver specialized, high-quality solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce costs for their clients.

Oradea, RomaniaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, HealthcareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Professional and personal development
Plexus Global Mentor Program
Accessible Resources

Risks

Closure of Portland facility may indicate operational challenges affecting workforce stability.
Partnership with Simbe Robotics could strain resources if demand exceeds production capabilities.
Integration with Gate Web3 Wallet may expose Plexus to cybersecurity risks.

Differentiation

Plexus offers end-to-end solutions from design to maintenance in multiple sectors.
The company specializes in aftermarket repair for medical devices, improving efficiency and cost.
Plexus's Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker aids in predictive risk management.

Upsides

Partnership with Simbe Robotics expands Plexus's role in the growing retail automation market.
Acquisition of a new office building suggests potential for expanded design and development services.
Collaboration with Arch Systems enhances Plexus's Industry 4.0 capabilities for better efficiency.

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