Parallel Systems
Hardware Engineering Intern (Mechanical & Electrical)
Los Angeles, CA +1 · Internship · Posted Oct 26, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California, United States - Education
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
About the job
Own and deliver a production vehicle subsystem or process, from concept through implementation, including design, testing, troubleshooting, and field work.
What you'll do
- Design and implement hardware systems, tooling, test equipment, or instrumentation for next-generation rail vehicles.
- Develop and improve production processes, including prototyping, commissioning, and implementation.
- Conduct field testing, troubleshoot issues, analyze failures, and document and present project outcomes.
What they ask for
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field; rising junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Self-motivated problem solver who takes ownership and drives challenges to completion.
- Comfortable applying first-principles thinking to find creative solutions beyond usual scope.
- Strong communication skills, including presenting design work and field test results.
Nice to have
- Leadership on a hands-on engineering team solving real-world problems while balancing priorities.
- EE candidates: CAD proficiency; ME candidates: experience with electronics, coding, or PCBA design; experience with design reviews, prototyping, and iterative hardware development.
Pay
$50 — $50 USD (base compensation; hourly)
Tools
CAD, PCBA
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