Systems Engineer Intern Job Details | Leggett & Platt

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Leggett & Platt designs and manufactures advanced seating components, comfort systems, and engineered solutions for automotive brands. The Systems Engineer Intern supports development, integration, and validation of automotive systems, gaining hands-on experience across the systems lifecycle and working with embedded systems, electromechanical components, and automotive comfort technologies.

Responsibilities

Systems Requirements & Documentation: Assist in gathering, analyzing, and documenting system requirements for automotive components and subsystems

System Architecture & Design

Support: Contribute to system block diagrams, interface definitions, and design reviews Testing & Validation: Support test planning, execution, and data analysis for system‑level and component‑level validation Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Work with engineers to identify issues, analyze failures, and support corrective actions Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with mechanical, electrical, software, and quality teams to ensure system alignment and performance Modeling & Simulation (as applicable): Assist with system modeling, simulation, or analysis tools used in the design process Continuous Improvement: Participate in process improvement initiatives, documentation updates, and workflow optimization

Qualifications: Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Interest in automotive systems, embedded technologies, or electromechanical design Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team environment Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to learn in a fast‑paced engineering setting Detail-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving Exposure to systems engineering principles (requirements, V‑model, validation) Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar tools Experience with CAN, LIN, or other automotive communication protocols Understanding of basic electrical or mechanical systems Coursework or project experience in embedded systems, controls, or mechatronics

Benefits: Receive mentorship from experienced professionals Hands-on experience across different functions