Research & Development - Engineering Intern

ChemelexChemelexRedwood City, California, United States
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Posted

9/30/2026

Employment

Internship

Range

$24 - $24/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The intern will conduct research projects, develop test plans, and perform analytical activities to support innovation within the R&D team. They will also prepare technical reports and collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing and quality departments.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be enrolled in a four-year degree program or higher in a Science or Engineering field. Prior lab-based hands-on experience with polymeric materials and metals is considered a strong asset.

Key skills

ResearchMaterials scienceTest planningTechnical reportingPolymer analysisMetals analysisThermogravimetric analysisDifferential scanning calorimetryOptical microscopyInstron mechanical testingData analysisCross-functional collaborationSOP developmentProduct design verificationCompetitive testing

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Education requirements

bachelor degreepostgraduate degree

About Chemelex

Industry

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Employees

562

Type

Public Company

Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Chemelex is a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, protecting the world’s critical processes, places and people. With over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we develop solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in diverse environments – from industrial plants and data centers to people’s homes.​ ​ Chemelex is a Brookfield company. Our trusted brands include Raychem, Tracer, Pyrotenax, and Nuheat, all enabling the world to move forward with confidence.

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Job categories

EngineeringScience & ResearchManufacturingEnergyTechnology

Description

Chemelex is a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, protecting the world’s critical processes, places and people. With over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we develop solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in diverse environments – from industrial plants and data centers to people’s homes. We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed by global standards. Our offering includes a leading portfolio from our trusted brands: Raychem, Tracer, Nuheat and Pyrotenax. Research & Development - Engineering Intern Position Summary We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Candidate will drive projects in collaboration with and guidance from materials team manager/members. Help support testing, sample preparation, analytical activities in Chemelex R&D team. Key Role Responsibilities Conduct research projects to support innovation Evaluate and develop new technical capabilities: materials, compounds, testing methods/tools Develop and execute test plans to verify product design intent and compliance with codes and standards Conduct competitive testing Provide support for 3D projects, technical investigations and operational improvement projects Prepare, write, and generate technical reports, work instructions/SOPs Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, operations, supply, quality, and sustaining engineering to ensure strong awareness, communication, and cross functional support Qualifications and Experience Enrollment in a four-year degree program or above in Science or Engineering field Student pursuing undergraduate/masters/Ph.D. degree or candidates who have recently finished their degree program Good to have prior lab-based hands-on experience on polymeric materials and metals Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge (classroom setting) on polymers/metals/electronics/electricals is desired but not required Ability to develop a test plan to demonstrate capability. Fundamental knowledge about materials characterization techniques (desired but not required), including Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Optical Microscopy, and Instron mechanical testing. Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple tasks Strong interpersonal skills and ability to succeed in a team environment Ability to function effectively both as a self-starter (individual contributor), as a member of multi-disciplinary teams At Chemelex: We protect places of progress through electric excellence. Pioneering plants, sprawling data centers, busy transport hubs, and your own home. These are the places that bring progress to the world, and the places that we protect with time-tested technologies, advanced engineering, and a suite of services. Because here, excellence is everything. Our Dimensions of Excellence reflect the core values of Chemelex. Together, they inspire our decisions and guide our actions – defining excellence in our work for colleagues, customers and communities. Experts with empathy Explorer mindset Example for others Exceptional impact ​We are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.

Requirements

  • •Research
  • •Materials science
  • •Test planning
  • •Technical reporting
  • •Polymer analysis
  • •Metals analysis
  • •Thermogravimetric analysis
  • •Differential scanning calorimetry
  • •Optical microscopy
  • •Instron mechanical testing
  • •Data analysis
  • •Cross-functional collaboration
  • •SOP development
  • •Product design verification
  • •Competitive testing

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