Position Summary
The Shape Corp student engineering program provides students with hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The Electrical Engineering Intern will support electrical controls, automation, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities while working alongside engineering and operations teams. This opportunity is designed to help an entry-level electrical engineering student apply classroom knowledge to real-world manufacturing systems and build practical technical skills.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist with updating electrical schematics and documenting revisions to machine control systems.
- Support the design, programming, and implementation of programmable logic controller (PLC) and human-machine interface (HMI) applications, including Allen-Bradley, GE-Fanuc, or other company-specific platforms.
- Support troubleshooting of electrical controls, sensors, motors, safety circuits, communication networks, and related production equipment under the guidance of experienced team members.
- Assist with the design and integration of controls for equipment upgrades and process improvements.
- Create or revise electrical drawings using CAD software, including power distribution, safety systems, communication wiring, and low-voltage signal diagrams.
- Collect and analyze equipment or process data to help identify root causes, improve reliability, and reduce downtime.
- Develop and update technical documentation, work instructions, and machine or production operation procedures.
- Participate in cross-functional projects with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and other teams.
- Summarize findings and present technical information, recommendations, or project updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Follow applicable safety requirements and established engineering standards while performing assigned work.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor, not otherwise specified in this position description.
Education & Experience
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a closely related field.
- 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Coursework or project experience involving circuits, digital logic, controls, automation, instrumentation, programming, or electrical design.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Able to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to PLC programming, HMI development, industrial automation, robotics, or machine controls through coursework, labs, student organizations, or prior work experience.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software.
- Basic understanding of electrical schematics, sensors, motors, variable frequency drives, industrial communication protocols, and machine safety concepts.
- Interest in applying electrical engineering principles within an automotive or advanced manufacturing environment.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Coursework or project experience involving circuits, digital logic, controls, automation, instrumentation, programming, or electrical design.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Exposure to PLC programming, HMI development, industrial automation, robotics, or machine controls.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software.
- Basic understanding of electrical schematics, sensors, motors, variable frequency drives, industrial communication protocols, and machine safety concepts.
- Interest in applying electrical engineering principles within an automotive or advanced manufacturing environment.
Shape Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Shape Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Shape Corp..
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing offerings are positioned as unusually comprehensive, including a 24/7 onsite gym and a Total Wellbeing Center with on-site and virtual support available to employees and families at no cost. These services broaden the non-cash rewards package beyond typical manufacturing benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is described as a meaningful part of the package, with a 401(k) match referenced as a recurring strength. This can increase total compensation value even when base pay is viewed as only mid-pack.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentives are portrayed as relatively dependable, with quarterly bonus payouts and efforts to keep schedules near 40 hours when demand softens. This consistency can help stabilize earnings for roles exposed to production cycles.
Shape Corp. Insights
What We Do
We are thinkers, believers and doers. At Shape, we don’t see the norm as our limit; we look at it as our opportunity to push limits and tradition. As a chance to bring something new to our customers, associates and communities. Ignite a career where you can be INVENTIVE, CONNECTED and YOU. Discover opportunities at shapecorp.com/careers. INTEGRATED ENGINEERING As a full service, tier-one supplier, our teams design, engineer, test and analyze metal and plastic automotive components and systems. Shape solutions provide automotive OEMs with lightweight impact energy management and body structure components that meet both customer requirements and global regulations. ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Each day we manufacture products that solve customer challenges, meet global regulations and create a workplace where each associate makes a difference. Process and material advancements position us as a pioneer in custom roll forming and specialists in injection molding, welding, stamping and aluminum processing.
