Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op (2027)
Battelle
Summary
The Defense & Materials Solutions team is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op. This position is 100% onsite located in Columbus, Ohio. The Electrical Engineering Co-op will support Battelle's National Security business. This group specializes in the design, development, testing, and production of unique, complex electronic and electromechanical systems.
Job description
Job Summary
The Defense & Materials Solutions team is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op. This position is 100% onsite located in Columbus, Ohio. The Electrical Engineering Co-op will support Battelle's National Security business. This group specializes in the design, development, testing, and production of unique, complex electronic and electromechanical systems.
Responsibilities
- Analyzing equipment to establish operating data, conducting experimental tests, evaluating results, and selecting components based on specifications, performance, and reliability requirements.
- Contributes to the development and application of tools, simulations, and models for electric power systems to address challenges in system planning, operations, economics, resilience, and performance optimization.
- Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing electrical/embedded systems as part of an integrated technical team.
- Working closely with Battelle engineers located in Columbus, OH to design, fabricate and integrate new electrical/embedded systems.
- Generating and interpreting electrical schematics.
- Generating and following installation and testing procedures
- Build, prototype, and evaluate electronic hardware assemblies in laboratory environments.
- Prepare engineering documentation as required
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program
- Currently pursuing a master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering or related field
- U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain an active DoD or equivalent agency clearance.
- Solid grasp of basic electrical engineering concepts and ability to learn
- Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and programmable power supplies.
- Experience working in a lab environment such as soldering, wiring, test preparation, data collection and documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office application software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and eagerness to take on technical challenges
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Pursuing advanced coursework in one of the following related fields: Power and energy, including solid state power conversion, analog circuit design, control systems, and power system design
- Familiarity and interest in working with analog electronics, power electronics, magnetics, electric motors, feedback controls, power quality, and electromagnetic compliance of power conversion systems
- Familiarity and interest with modeling and simulation of analog circuits, power conversion circuits, and motor drive systems using SPICE circuit simulators and MATLAB/Simulink
- Previous internship or work experience with systems utilizing DC voltage in the 100VDC to 500VDC range and/or 3-phase AC power systems up to 480 VAC at power levels up to 100 kW.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program
- Currently pursuing a master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering or related field
- U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain an active DoD or equivalent agency clearance
- Solid grasp of basic electrical engineering concepts and ability to learn
- Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and programmable power supplies
- Experience working in a lab environment such as soldering, wiring, test preparation, data collection and documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office application software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and eagerness to take on technical challenges
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Housing Stipend
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Compressed Work Schedule
- Hybrid Work Options
- Employee Resource Groups
- Networking Events
- Philanthropic Involvement
Company overview
Battelle is a leading nonprofit research and development organization headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with a rich history dating back to 1929. As one of the world's largest independent research institutions, Battelle conducts scientific research and technology development across multiple sectors including national security, health and life sciences, energy, and environmental sustainability. The organization manages numerous national laboratories for the U.S. Department of Energy, including Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, and provides critical research services to government agencies, commercial clients, and academic institutions. Battelle's work spans from fundamental scientific discovery to applied technology development, with significant contributions in areas such as biomedical research, materials science, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing. The organization plays a vital role in translating scientific discoveries into practical applications that address complex global challenges while maintaining a strong commitment to public service and scientific integrity.