Intern, Product Support Team Electrical Engineer
LOCATION: Grain Valley / Missouri (US-MO), United States | BRAND: KBSignaling | REQUISITION ID: 11376 | JOB GRADE: 0 |
ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site
KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling platforms and solutions, supporting our Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) global business unit. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for today’s transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high-tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential.
KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Job Title: Intern, Product Support Team Electrical Engineer
Job Title: Electrical Engineer Intern – Product Support Team
Location: Grain Valley, MO
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support our engineering team in the development and maintenance of safety-critical products for the railroad industry. This internship is ideal for students with foundational electrical engineering knowledge who are eager to gain hands-on experience in a regulated, high-reliability environment. The intern will work closely with experienced hardware and electrical engineers on projects that directly impact rail safety and operational integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems used in railroad safety-critical applications.
- Support engineers in schematic reviews, PCB layout verification, and documentation aligned with industry safety standards.
- Perform basic electrical measurements and diagnostics using lab equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies).
- Help maintain lab organization.
- Participate in design reviews
- Document test procedures, results, and assist in preparing technical reports.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on product safety, reliability, and maintainability.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Basic understanding of electrical circuits, components, and safety procedures.
- Interest in working with safety-critical systems and learning about regulatory standards.
- Familiarity with lab tools and basic CAD or simulation software is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and willingness to learn.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Learning Opportunities:
- Exposure to safety-critical product development in the railroad industry.
- Hands-on experience with hardware testing and validation processes.
- Mentorship from engineers experienced in regulatory compliance and system safety.
- Insight into the lifecycle of high-reliability products and cross-functional engineering collaboration.
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City