Quality Engineering Intern

EP² provides complete power management systems for commercial and utility industries for power generation, transmission, and distribution. Through a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we empower our employees to grow their careers, solve complex challenges, and make an impact on the industries and communities we serve.

Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of power infrastructure.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary team who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Quality Engineering Intern located in Des Moines, Iowa.  

Reporting to the Quality Engineering Leader, the Quality Engineering Intern will assist the Quality Assurance and Engineering teams in developing detailed work instructions, process documentation, and quality projects. The role will provide exposure to risk analysis, process mapping, and defect investigations, while supporting ongoing improvements in safety, quality, and compliance.

What a typical day looks like:

• Create detailed work instructions to support standardized processes.

• Perform process mapping to document and improve workflow efficiency. 

• Assist process of risk analysis and identification of improvement opportunities. 

• Support the creation of control plans and related documentation. 

• Contribute to quality projects and assist in leading a designated quality initiative. 

• Participate in defect investigations, including data collection, analysis, and resolution. 

• Collaborate with a range of technical skill levels across engineering and production teams. 

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Quality Assurance department.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Basic knowledge of quality concepts and process documentation.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members.

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to communicate with employees at all levels in a respectful and approachable manner.

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 10-28-2026 Job Posting End Date 05-17-2027

Job Category

Intern

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

EP² is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at EP², you must complete the application process first).