Internship Term: Winter – Spring 2026 (January – June)
Commitment: Full Time, 8 AM to 5 PM
Location: On site in Woburn, MA
At SmartFlower Solar we turn clean energy into a competitive edge. SmartFlower is a photovoltaic solar system that tracks the sun during the day and folds up for storage at night, enabling 40% more power generation per unit are than a conventional solar array. Through our innovative design, manufacturing, installation and service approach, we deliver game changing technology for residential and commercial solar applications. Engineering co-ops at SmartFlower get broad exposure to product design, manufacturing and field service, owning projects from start to finish in a global, fast-paced and hands-on environment. We are looking for someone pursuing an electrical, software or related engineering field who wants to work at the intersection of electro-mechanical and IoT connected systems. If joining a globally recognized renewable energy company gets your flowers blooming, co-op at SmartFlower as an Embedded Systems Engineer!
What you will do:
- Assist with engineering and service of Smartflower Solar systems
- Develop, test and deploy new firmware solutions to boost ease of use, product reliability, serviceability or performance.
- Partner with SmartFlower technical team members and external engineering contractors to develop, validate and release software or firmware solutions
- Validate new features prior to release. Monitor fleet performance to identify field issues early and own their containment and resolution
- Support continuous improvement efforts around the firmware release process including enhanced documentation, version control, release package build and OTA update management
Requirements
You...
- Are working towards a computer, electrical, robotics or equivalent engineering degree
- Are proficient programming in modern languages such as C / C++ and Python
- Can share a portfolio of previous work demonstrating experience with embedded systems
- Operate with a hands-on approach, are self-motivated, and love to work on hardware products
- Are able to work independently, manage time and prioritize your work
- Demonstrate independence, a self-starter attitude with strong communication skills
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