Electrical Engineering Co-Op

As a member of the Engineering Team at OnLogic, you will learn some of the rigors and unique design methodologies OnLogic uses to create the world’s most reliable Industrial PCs. You will work alongside Hardware and Design engineers in both lab and digital environments to create schematics, design FPGA logic, and interact with world-class lab instrumentation.

In this role, you will be deeply involved in the hardware lifecycle—from the initial circuit design to the integration of complex sensors like high-speed cameras used for machine vision applications.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for: 

• Hardware & Circuit Design: Work with computer hardware, creating and modifying complex schematics and building PCB assemblies for ARM and x86-based platforms.
• FPGA Design & Debug: Develop and simulate FPGA logic to support custom hardware interfaces and high-speed data acquisition.
• Sensor Integration: Enable new hardware sensors, such as camera modules, by designing the electrical interfaces and signal paths required for machine vision applications.
• System Validation: Build and test a wide variety of systems spanning the entire OnLogic portfolio, utilizing a thorough root cause analysis process to tackle hardware circuit flaws and FPGA timing issues.
• Lab Instrumentation: Collaborate with the Hardware Electrical Engineering team to validate designs using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
• Platform Support: Support hardware solutions for Linux and Windows-based industrial systems, ensuring electrical compatibility across different OS environments.
• Project Ownership: Own a technical project from conception to delivery, including research, circuit design, and physical implementation to enhance our product offerings.

The team you will be joining: 

Our Engineering team creates our cutting edge industrial computers by finding innovative solutions on a daily basis. The Engineering team's success relies on collaboration, creative thinking and a commitment to being at the forefront of technology. Roles on our Engineering team include, Hardware, Mechanical, Applications and Regulatory.

Requirements

• A junior or senior enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of digital/analog circuit design and Hardware Description Languages (Verilog or VHDL).
• Lab Skills: Experience using basic lab equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes) to troubleshoot hardware.
• Cross-Platform Awareness: Familiarity with hardware requirements for Linux and Windows systems.
• Work Authorization: Available to work up to 40 hours per week during the semester; ability to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Who we're looking for:

• The Hands-on Engineer: You enjoy the "bring-up" process—seeing a design go from a schematic to a functioning physical prototype.
• A Detail-Oriented Designer: You understand that precision in hardware design and FPGA constraints is vital for industrial reliability.
• Creative Problem Solver: Self-motivated with the ability to solve complex electrical problems strategically.
• Effective Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting test reports and design changes.

Who we are:

OnLogic is growing, and we want to give you the same opportunity to grow in your career! We design and manufacture specialized computers and hardware solutions for companies all over the world, helping them to make the seemingly impossible possible. Our computers are designed to work where others would fail, and it's our vision to be the first choice in industrial computing. To make that vision a reality, we've built a team of ambitious problem solvers, guided by the company's core values of Open, Fair, Innovative and Independent. We have an open office, open salaries and strive to be fair and transparent in our decision making. We encourage input and feedback from every member of our team and look to improve ourselves and our business every single day.

OnLogic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To learn more about our values, our mission and what it's like to work at OnLogic, visit www.onlogic.com/careers.

Benefits

The pay for this co-op is $22/hour, with a 40 hour per week commitment during the Summer and Fall semesters.