Internship 2027 Hardware Engineer, Machine Integration & Test
Core
Design and build physical interfaces between autonomous systems and heavy construction equipment, including brackets, enclosures, wiring, and test stands.
Role type
Hardware Integration Intern (Machine Integration & Test)
Builds
Physical interfaces, brackets, enclosures, wiring harnesses, and test stands for autonomous excavators
Domain
Autonomous construction equipment / Heavy machinery integration
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CAD design (SolidWorks/Onshape), hands-on fabrication, basic electrical competence (harnessing, schematics), mechanical engineering fundamentals
Preferred skills
Wiring harness design, off-highway equipment exposure, machining, welding, 3D printing
Responsibilities
Integrate sensors and compute onto machines, design and fabricate interface hardware, build and run lab test stands, document installation procedures, iterate designs based on field feedback
Seniority
Intern