Power Electronics Engineer Intern

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Campbell, CA, USA
In-Office
Internship
Automotive
The Role
Supports power electronics product development through test planning, characterization testing, high-voltage test setup, test bench automation, electrical troubleshooting, and regulatory and manufacturing release activities. Collaborates with hardware, software, systems engineers, and technicians to improve testing processes and product quality. The role requires hands-on experience with high-voltage systems, instrumentation, communication protocols, and basic Linux commands.
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About Us

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.

At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.

Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

Reports To

Senior Director, Systems Engineering

What You Will Be Doing

ChargePoint is looking for a creative and highly motivated Power Electronics Engineer Intern to help ensure that our products meet high design, development, and production quality. The position will play a key role in driving many aspects of developing high-quality systems. THIS IS A TEMP ROLE

What You Will Bring to ChargePoint
  • Come up with a detailed development test plan from the requirements by collaborating with HW and SW teams and actively take part in prioritizing test needs.
  • Support Systems Design Engineers in the product development with characterization testing
  • Bring your experience with high-voltage and high-power testing to create safe test setups and guide other engineers/ technicians on the practices.
  • Bring your experience with development test procedures and processes into the team, identify bottlenecks, and suggest opportunities for improvement.   
  • Work with engineers and technicians to set up test benches to take the product from prototype to regulatory and release it into manufacturing.
  • Automate the test benches to improve testing efficiency.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (POWER ELECTRONICS) or equivalent industry experience
  • 2+ years of experience in development testing of electrical equipment.
  • Experience with designing, setting up the test benches, and executing the test sequences
  • Experience with working on high voltage systems (600Vac/ 1000VDC)
  • Needs to be hands-on with tools & modifications, adept with the use of instrumentation such as Oscilloscopes and power analyzers, and electrical troubleshooting
  • Familiar with basic Linux commands
  • Familiarity with interpreting communication standards & protocols and applying them to the product testing
  • Enjoys working in cross-functional groups and providing direction to technicians
Location

Campbell, CA

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status. 

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at [email protected].

ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. 
Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a power electronics focus, or equivalent industry experience
  • 2+ years of experience in development testing of electrical equipment
  • Experience designing, setting up, and executing test benches and test sequences
  • Experience working with high-voltage systems up to 600 VAC and 1000 VDC
  • Hands-on experience with tools, modifications, oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and electrical troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with basic Linux commands
  • Familiarity with interpreting communication standards and protocols and applying them to product testing
  • Ability to work in cross-functional groups and provide direction to technicians

ChargePoint Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ChargePoint and has not been reviewed or approved by ChargePoint.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as comprehensive, with full medical, dental, and vision plus programs like EAP, life/AD&D, disability, and tax‑advantaged FSAs/HSAs. This core coverage serves as a strong foundation even when other elements feel mixed.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Employees can participate in an ESPP and may receive discretionary equity awards, and commentary highlights equity as a meaningful part of total compensation. In a stock‑centric pay mix, this can provide upside for those who value equity exposure.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — On‑site EV charging, stocked kitchens, pet‑friendly offices, and fitness amenities are called out as everyday perks. These lifestyle benefits align with the company’s mission and can enhance the day‑to‑day experience for office‑based staff.

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The Company
HQ: Campbell, CA
968 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Electric mobility is the smart choice. We make it the easy one, too. So easy that someone plugs into our network every 2 seconds. Since 2007, we’ve focused solely on building the best electric vehicle (EV) charging experience for everyone involved in the shift to electric. Join us in shaping the future of mobility. If you'd like to learn more about what it's like to build the new fueling network, check out our Engineering Blog: www.chargepoint.com/engineering

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