Intern - Firmware Engineer - Spring 2026 (Wilmington, MA) jobs in United States
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Advanced Energy · 7 hours ago

Intern - Firmware Engineer - Spring 2026 (Wilmington, MA)

Advanced Energy is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of precision power solutions. They are seeking Firmware/Software Design Engineering Interns to support development activities across their North American design sites, working closely with an experienced engineering team on high-performance power conversion and control solutions.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Development of embedded firmware for use in products
Development and implementation of control algorithms
Development of software for product interface in test and/or user environments
Active participation in a core team to meet schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction goals
Assist in development, testing, and de-bugging of prototype power supply units
Analyze test data and reports against functional and performance specifications
Interface with internal departments to ensure cost and schedule goals are met

Qualification

PythonCC++Embedded systemsMicrocontrollersField-programmable gate arraysControl algorithmsCommunication protocolsWindows-based platformsMS Office SuiteDebuggingIndependenceTeamwork

Required

Programming ability in high level languages such as Python, HDL, C, C++, and/or assembly languages in embedded environment
Working knowledge of microcontrollers, field-programmable gate arrays, hardware circuit theory, and/or software development tools
Demonstrated proficiency with Windows-based platforms and with computer-based design and analysis tools, working knowledge of MS Office Suite
Ability to work in a lab environment debugging firmware, software, or embedded systems, and evaluating product spec compliance
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to meet schedule requirements and define priorities without direct supervision
Candidates working towards MS or PhD degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Preference will be given to those with Embedded Systems and/or Controls focus. Other fields will be considered based on applicability
GPA > 3.25

Preferred

Ability to work with embedded systems, hardware, and read schematics
Familiarity with communication protocols such as Ethercat, Fieldbus, SPI, and I2C
Knowledgeable and/or experienced in emerging technologies including CyberSecurity and Machine Learning

Company

Advanced Energy

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Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Randy Heckman
Senior VP and CTO
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Paul Oldham
Executive Vice President & CFO
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