Test Engineer Intern, ESS (Winter 2027)
Peak Energy · Burlingame, California
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days Peak Energy's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 81% of Peak Energy's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Peak Energy
- high 32 stale, 1 reposted of 32 open
- Hiring momentum
- 48 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Peak Energy's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Peak Energy.
About this role
As a Test Engineer Intern at Peak Energy, you will support testing and functional verification for energy storage systems, collaborating closely with design and simulation teams. Your responsibilities will include developing test strategies, conducting tests on high voltage and mechanical systems, analyzing data, and reporting findings to inform product design. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment focused on renewable energy solutions.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Peak Energy as an employer.
What you need
- Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in test engineering, preferably within battery storage or renewable energy sectors
- Strong understanding of electromechanical engineering first principles
- Proficiency in data processing and analysis tools
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience with battery systems, energy storage, or power electronics testing
- Familiarity with automated test systems or rapid prototyping workflows
- Background in reliability, abuse, or environmental stress testing
What you get
- The pay for this role is $35/hour
Worth weighing
- Internship starts in Winter/Spring 2027, which may limit immediate opportunities for candidates looking for quicker placements
- The role involves significant collaboration across various engineering disciplines, which may require strong interpersonal skills
Summarised from Peak Energy's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Peak Energy on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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