EBW Electronics Co-op III
Bryan
Experience Information
Employer: EBW Electronics
Job Title: Engineering Intern
Major: Electrical Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
EBW Electronics is a 200+ person company that designs and manufactures Printed Circuit Boards with specialty in LED lighting.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
I did the PCB layout for a new product and put together all of the necessary design documentation. I also worked on creating thermal models of PCBs, so that the circuits hot spots can be predicted before prototypes are made. A couple other projects that I spent time on were working with an in-circuit programmer and helping with EMC testing.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
I learned a lot more about PCB design for manufacturing. I also learned how to work together better with other members of the engineering team as well as other coworkers in operations, quality, scheduling, and procurement.
Favorite Part of the Experience
I like seeing products that I worked on being built on the SMT lines.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
My goals haven't changed since the beginning of the semester. I hope to have a career with a focus in hardware design after I graduate.