Intern: System Dynamics and Controls/Electrical (Spring 2025)

Intern: System Dynamics and Controls/Electrical (Spring 2025)Location:Shippensburg, PA, US, 17257Position Type: StudentTransport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.About this roleThis position is within the Virtual Product Development (VPD) team in Shippensburg. You will have the opportunity to work directly with the Virtual Product Development team in Shippensburg. This team develops innovative tools and methods to produce effective machine and machine components that improve our customer experience. The innovative development is based on computer models, simulation, and Rapid Controls Prototyping (RCP). You will hands-on develop rapid controls prototyping software and electric harness/PCB, hardware in the loop (HIL), simulation and analysis and advanced development projects.What you will do:• Develop and integrate electrical and electronics systems in support rapid controls prototyping, including complete testing and analysis.• Hands-on develop RCP software and electric harness/PCB, hardware in the loop (HIL), simulation including basic mechanical 3-D modeling and printing.• Potentially create, expand, and evaluate integrated electric/hydraulic/engine machine (1-D) models and/or 3-D multibody/parametric dynamic models for use in machine simulations for product development.• Create reports summarizing test and simulation results and collaborate with VPD and Product Development (PD) teams to clearly communicate results• Investigate and develop new system dynamics models from basic physics principles and successfully integrate them into machine system dynamic models.• Utilize model-based design in collaboration with our software development engineers to iterate faster in product development.• Create reports summarizing simulation assumptions, methods, and results.Minimum Education Requirements and Qualifications:• Candidate must be actively enrolled and pursuing a degree to be eligible and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.• Candidate must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.• The preferred candidate is pursuing of a graduate level degree but undergraduate candidates with demonstrated strong hands-on experience in electrical/electronic RCP will be definitely considered.• Understanding of the fundamentals of electromagnetics, electrical, electronics, mechatronics, vibrations and can create simulation models and integrate them with Rapid Controls Prototyping.• High Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and RCP using Speedgoat or equivalent.• Hands-on experience with testing instrumentation, data acquisition, breadboarding, and PCB creation.• Exposed to modeling and simulation, validation, and correlation with test data.• Capable of conceiving mechatronic components, creating their system dynamics models, synthesizing and rapid control prototyping.• Understanding of electric/hydraulic and control system diagrams to create dynamic system models.• Experience with testing, instrumentation, rapid control prototyping is a must.Additional Requirements:• Self-motivated and capable of conducting productive work independently.• Strong ability to communicate and work effectively with others is a must.• Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills.• Good written and oral communication skillsPLEASE NOTE: This position will be available in January 2025 and can be extended through the Summer of 2025.Long DescriptionAt the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. We offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:• Housing assistance • Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization • Training and personal development We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.Who we are and what we believe inOur focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.Job Category: Technology EngineeringOrganization: Volvo Construction EquipmentTravel Required: No Travel RequiredRequisition ID: 13273View All Jobs (https://jobs.volvogroup.com/?locale=en_US)Do we share the same aspirations?Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.Nearest Major Market: Harrisburg