Internship in Electrical Design Applications 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

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The opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and curious engineering intern to support our Product Excellence team in the area of surge arresters, metal oxide (MO) varistors, and high-voltage protection products. This internship offers the opportunity to work on real-world engineering challenges related to international standards, product qualification, testing, simulations, and technical documentation.

Depending on business priorities and the candidate's interests, the internship project will focus on one or more topics from a portfolio of ongoing development and qualification activities.

How you'll make an impact

• Analyzing and comparing international standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, CIGRE recommendations) and assessing their impact on product design and testing requirements

• Supporting product qualification and requalification projects for surge arresters and metal oxide varistors, including simulations related to environmental and electrical performance testing

• Evaluating testing strategies, including the possibility of harmonizing qualification testing across different standards

• Assisting with laboratory test planning, execution, and analysis

• Developing engineering calculation tools and templates to support product design and qualification activities

• Creating and maintaining technical documentation, reports, and engineering guidelines

• Analyzing test data and preparing technical conclusions and recommendations

• Investigating emerging industry requirements and proposed standard revisions

• Collaborating with product management, engineering, testing laboratories, and standards experts

Your background

• Currently enrolled in an MSc program in Electrical Engineering

• Experience with Python, Matlab, and Electromagnetic Transients Program (EMTP)

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Collaborative and proactive working style

• Fluent written and spoken English

More about us

We are a technology-driven company with a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable manufacturing. We offer flexible working conditions, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow personally and professionally - empowering you to thrive while balancing life and work.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

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