Power Electronics Intern (Summer 2024)

Job Description

Are you passionate about engineering for tomorrow? Do you want to intern at an industry leader in sustainability?  Would you like to gain practical experience in the design of very high-power electrical motor drives and grid converters? ​

Danfoss Drives is looking for a Power Electronics Intern for Summer 2024 to join our Hardware development team in Research Triangle Park, NC. As an intern at Danfoss Drives, you will become an active part of a passionate and driven team and be given the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.  We offer an ambitious and passionate working atmosphere with highly skilled and experienced colleagues in a global work environment. 

Danfoss Drives is a global leader in AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion, as well as variable speed control for electric motors. With the world’s largest portfolio of power converters, VACON® drives and VLT® drives, our journey to a better future is only just beginning. We focus on energy efficiency, sustainability and quality in our products, and inclusion and diversity in our work environment. 

Job Responsibilities

If you take this exciting challenge to join us as an intern in the Hardware development team, your tasks will include:

• Designing, building and testing proof of concept circuits
• Design, test plan and test result documentation
• Supporting other team members with design/proof of concept data
• Helping our test and validation team to create and modify test setups 

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills. 

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's in an appropriate engineering science
• Candidates must be located within 50 miles of the RTP work location
• Basic knowledge of power semiconductors, Power Electronics topologies, and Analog/Digital Control
• Basic knowledge of computer aided engineering design and simulation tools such as PLECS, ANSYS, MATLAB / Simulink and PCB design tools
• Passion for engineering and willingness to ask questions
• Team player attitude, willingness to take initiative, and willingness to learn

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

 At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate,

dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.