2026 Intern - Electrical Engineer at Forterra in Clarksburg, MD

Summary: Forterra is a company focused on transforming the battlefield through autonomy and integrated autonomous networks. They are seeking high-energy interns to join their Engineering team, providing hands-on experience in the ground-based autonomous vehicle space while contributing to real-world projects and solving complex problems. Responsibilities: - Assist with design, development, and testing of projects under guidance from senior engineers - Perform research and gather technical data to support engineering decisions - Write, review, and update technical documentation, reports, and project logs - Help build prototypes, run simulations, or execute test procedures - Shadow engineers to gain exposure to real-world problem-solving and technical decision-making - Present progress updates or final project results to the team or leadership Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering - Ability to translate abstract concepts into technical solutions - software or hardware - Experience or significant interest in autonomous mobility and robotic locomotion - Strong ability to problem-solve, acts as a self-starter, doesn't shy away from technical challenges - Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to plan architecture to anticipate future technical expansion - Ability to work independently - Relentless in your pursuit of solving the problem or challenge Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with circuit design, embedded systems, and control systems - Familiarity with part validation, cable design, PCB design, etc Required Skills: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Autonomous Mobility Important Skills: Circuit Design, Embedded Systems, Control Systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Self-Starter, Independent Work, Technical Documentation Benefits: Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents., Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents., Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December., Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year., A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption., $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend., Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires., 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.