
Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op
WESTMONT, ILFull-time$23–35.5/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Schneider Electric is hiring an Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op to join its team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, or Raleigh, North Carolina, starting in June 2027. The co-op will gain hands-on experience evaluating and testing electronic product designs in a lab, with mentorship from senior engineers. The six-month role focuses on hardware solutions for power distribution and circuit protection products.
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Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op Company: Schneider Electric USA, Inc Location: Cedar Rapids, US-IA 52401 Req Number: 136319 Job Posting URL: https://careers.se.com/jobs/136319?lang=en-us Job Ad Opened: 10/8/2026 Job Ad Expires: 11/7/2026 Description: Schneider Electric has a new opportunity for an Electronics Hardware Engineer Co-Op , to join our team in June 2027 , based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa or Raleigh, NC . This individual will be able to gain hands-on experience utilizing knowledge of electronics design and simulation to analyze design solutions and ensure electronics resiliency. They will work to evaluate and test product design solutions in a lab environment, supported and mentored by senior engineers with an abundance of experience. Duration: 6 months, June 2027-December 2027 What will you do? - Assist in the design, develop, test, and validate electronic hardware solutions for power distribution and circuit protection products. As well as support electronic products resiliency with design updates, component substitution and cost optimizations. - Modification of schematics, layout and other design documents. - Help with prototype builds for testing. - Write and implement test plans, including test instructions and acceptance criteria. - Interpret test results and other data. - Conduct root cause analysis for electronic hardware systems. - Participate in design reviews. - Present project summaries to internal experts. What qualifications will make you successful? - Working towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics or related engineering field. - Understanding of electronic circuits and circuit design with courses similar to: electronic circuits, circuit analysis, electromagnetism, signal analysis. - Ability to discuss a project you have worked on and articulate responsibilities and role. - Basic abilities with SPICE tools, PCB design suites and MS365. - Interest in electronics lab equipment, oscilloscopes, power supply, signal generators, etc. Experience is a plus. - Effective written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work full-time based in Cedar Rapids or Raleigh, for 6-months starting June 2027 - All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The company does not provide sponsorship now or in the future. What's in it for me: - Real-world engineering experience on projects that make a difference - Mentorship and guidance from professionals who care about your success - Exposure to advanced tools, technologies, and industry best practices - A collaborative culture that values curiosity, questions, and continuous learning - A launchpad for building a rewarding technical career Ready to turn your potential into expertise? Apply today and start your journey with us! #SECareers At Schneider Electric, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $23.00-$35.50 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the ben fits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera. Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace. Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation , youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits. If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form . Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Sch
How this job compares
Set against the 3,080 open Hardware Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$23–35.5/hr
- US median$58–70/hr78 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $29.25/hr, is 55% below the US median midpoint ($65/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Hardware Engineer hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 25 open Hardware Engineer jobs in Illinois and 3,080 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- Hardware Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (2,566 postings).
- Education
- 1,705 of the 3,080 open Hardware Engineer jobs (55%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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