Job Description

Company Description: Six Sigma Microelectronics is the industry expert in the soldering and modification of high-reliability integrated circuits for space, telecommunications, military, and medical industries. With 35+ years of experience, we are one of the few remaining semiconductor manufacturing companies in Silicon Valley and we are here to stay! We believe in doing it right the first time and doing the right thing all the time. Our team of ~100 employees is continuously growing, and we need honest, reliable, and fun individuals to join us.

Why Join Us?

• Stable high-technology company.
• Fun-loving team members.
• Close to BART and light rail.

We are currently hiring an Automation Engineer (Intern).

Position Summary : Join our diverse team of engineers to design, assemble, and release a wide variety of custom equipment to our on-site manufacturing line. Take ownership of a project as you work with a small team to apply your engineering knowledge in a hands-on environment. Experience first-hand the complex and exciting engineering required to make industrial machinery in our niche field.

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support on projects as directed. Projects may include:
  • Designing and assembling electrical panels.
  • Designing and fabricating various mechanical parts.
  • Writing PLC and/or HMI software.
  • Creating and optimizing machine vision for defect detection and reporting.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Complete assigned projects and tasks in a timely manner.
• Present project results at the end of the summer to management and the rest of the Automation team.

Qualifications:

Education: Currently pursuing a B.S. or greater in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent.

General Requirements:

• Basic understanding of low-level programming and embedded systems.
• Familiarity with any of:
  • Electrical Engineering topics (e.g., fundamentals of electricity, schematics, basic analog circuits, electrical panel design).
  • Mechanical Engineering topics (e.g., fundamentals of physics and mechanics, SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD, mechanical design, GD&T, 3D printing).
  • Mechatronics Engineering topics (e.g., interfacing actuators with embedded systems, driving motors, more advanced low-level programming).
• Logical trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Good organizational skills.
• Fast learner, self-motivated, and accomplishment driven.
• Ability to work productively in a small-team setting, and occasionally work solo.
• Working knowledge of PCs, Windows, and MS Office Suite.

Physical Attributes Required:

• Sitting, standing, walking, and computer use up to 8 hours/day.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Physical ability to lift 30+ pounds and push/pull 10+ pounds.

This position requires handling of product or information which is subject to ITAR regulations. Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., a Green Card Holder).

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