Automation Engineer Co-Op

Position Overview

The Automation Engineer Co-Op assists and shadows the engineers as they complete the following job functions. The Automation Engineer Co-Op will be required to perform some or all of these job functions as he/she becomes more experience.

Can apply to more than one semester or summer.

Primary Job Functions

• Project Fulfillment (Technical)

  • Entry level design and development of automation systems within a team.

  • Modifies and maintains automation systems.

  • Tests, troubleshoots and provides solutions to technical problems.

  • Writes computer and automation software and programs as necessary.

  • Contributes to project installation, commissioning, project closure and inspections/reporting.

  • Participate in the following project tasks:

    • Project Kickoff
    • System Design / Procurement
    • Programming / Configuration
    • SAT / Commissioning
    • Close-out Documentation

• Project Fulfillment (Customer Service/Quality)

  • Contributes to overall compliance and quality of projects.

  • Manages time and expenses within allotted project budget.

  • Provides project level consultancy and client service.

    Strong communication skills, especially during sensitive situations.

Key Competencies

• Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in changing and challenging situations.
• Demonstrates a passion for the business and its success.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrates a focus on customer service and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous personal, peer and process improvement.
• Fosters positive energy, creativity and teamwork across all departments/locations with a goal of furthering the company values and to support the company mission.

Requirements

• Presently attending an accredited college or university, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Interest in computer programming, automation controls, robotics or other highly technical systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable personal transportation with valid liability insurance.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and push, pull and lift 50+lbs for an extended period.
• Available for after-hours, weekend and holidays.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.