Embedded System Engineer Co-Op

Embedded Systems Engineering Co-Op

Company: DEPCOM Power (Chentronics, LLC / Koch Engineered Solutions / Koch Industries)

Location: Norwich, New York (Onsite)

Job Number: 191668

Term: Fall/Winter 2026 | Full-time, onsite assignment (co-op duration may vary between 4–8 months depending on the student’s academic program and university schedule)

Overview

Your Job: Chentronics, LLC is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineering Co-Op to join our team in Norwich, NY for Fall/Winter 2026. This onsite role provides hands-on experience in embedded systems design, software development, and product implementation for industrial ignition and flame detection systems. Working with experienced engineers and a dedicated mentor, you will contribute to the design, testing, validation, documentation, and implementation of products used in demanding industrial applications.

What You Will Do

• Assist in the design and implementation of embedded systems for industrial ignition and flame detection products.
• Support the selection and integration of embedded target devices, peripheral interfaces, and supporting electronic circuitry.
• Develop and implement embedded software using industry-standard programming practices.
• Assist in implementing and testing standard communication protocols and hardware interfaces.
• Design, build, and support product test equipment used for validation and production testing.
• Collaborate with a diverse engineering team through all phases of product development, including concept, design, testing, verification, documentation, and production support.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including code flowcharts, software documentation, work instructions, and code commenting standards.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback on product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Will be enrolled as a Junior-level student or higher at the start of the co-op assignment.
• Available to work full-time onsite in Norwich, NY for the duration of the co-op term (4–8 months).

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience programming in C, C++, Python, or similar languages.
• Experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or electronic hardware projects through coursework, internships, clubs, or personal projects.
• Exposure to embedded software development, hardware interfacing, communication protocols, or electronics design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document technical work effectively.

Compensation

For this role, we anticipate paying $28–$30 per hour. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Who We Are

Chentronics, LLC (a Koch Engineered Solutions group company and part of Koch Industries) is an ISO 9001 manufacturer of industrial-grade ignition and flame safety systems for a wide variety of fuels and burner system applications. Systems ignite and detect flame on flares, burners, boilers, pilots, gas turbines, and other applications for global markets including Utilities, Petrochemical, Industrial, and Marine.

Our Benefits

Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, and educational assistance. It may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline, and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
• Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment may be conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.
• This employer uses E-Verify.