Electronics Engineering Co-op

Company / Location Information

We are one of the leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies in the world. We are a $3.5 billion company with 140+ years history and we employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but in our people.

Primary Function

The incumbent will have an opportunity to work within a relevant field related to their major in order to gain work experience.  Usually the candidate for this role will be a college student who is interested in learning about our business and expanding their knowledge in work processes, analysis and support functions.

Responsibilities

• Currently enrolled in accredited college/university for Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar field.
• A minimum of a sophomore standing and the ability to co-op for at least 3 terms.
• Understanding of electronics, circuits, and basic principles of electrical engineering.
• Comfortable in an electronics lab environment, can run lab experiments and capture test data under supervision of senior staff.
• Familiarity with Python, C++, MATLAB or LabView a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with support from senior staff.

Desired characteristics: 

• Hands-On:  prefers working in a laboratory environment, building equipment, running tests.
• Critical Thinker:  problem-solver, thrives in ambiguous scenarios, gleans ideas from limited data.
• Self-Driven:  organize, prioritize and help define tasks for oneself, accountable, dependable.
• Ethical:  treats others fairly and respectfully, obeys the law, trustworthy, lives A. O. Smith values.
• Communicator:  effective oral and written communication skills, ability to convey advanced concepts to a technical audience.

Role Specific Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university working towards a degree (Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Graduate)
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work independently within minimal supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications-MS Outlook, Word and Excel
•  Comfortable working with confidential information

Education

Years of Experience