Nitricity
Details
Positions: Hardware Engineering Intern
Location: Fremont, CA
Innovation Area: Energy, Food, Water, Human Health and Environment Nexus
Position Type: TomKat Center-supported
Compensation: $8000
Internship Term: 8 weeks
Nitricity is a startup addressing climate change, and we seek your help! We are innovating in an essential industry that supports global food systems. Conventional agriculture is dependant on the production, distribution, and application of fertilizers. However, nitrogen fertilizer is currently made in coal- and gas-fired facilities located hundreds to thousands of miles away from farmers who need it. This $120B industry is responsible for as much as 6% of global CO2eq emissions. Nitricity Inc. has developed a new technology that produces organic fertilizer using air, water, biomass, and renewable electricity (e.g., solar). Growers will have access to a more reliable, organic, low-cost, and environmentally friendly fertilizer supply. We are actively growing our team to help us realize this vision.
As a Hardware Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from our seasoned engineering team. You will be involved in developing and maintaining critical hardware systems and managing our R&D facility’s operational needs. This internship offers a unique learning environment in a fast-paced industrial setting, where you will have the chance to collaborate closely with experienced engineers and research scientists.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in installing, testing, and maintaining engineering hardware and systems.
- Participate in the troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Help manage inventory and procurement of hardware supplies and equipment.
- Contribute to project management activities, including planning, execution, and documentation.
- Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, analyzing processes, and suggesting enhancements.
- Attend team meetings and provide updates on project statuses and issues.
Qualifications
- Chemical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical engineering student
- Proactive, positive, and personable with excellent communication skills and an upbeat, “can do” attitude
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills