Intern - Controls Engineer

Time to start preparing for the future. At PAR Systems, we're at the forefront of innovation, creating advanced automation solutions that drive progress in industries worldwide. We're seeking Controls Engineer Interns in all three of our core business units (Critical Handling Solutions, Advanced Manufacturing, and Automated Assembly) to gain firsthand career building experience with technologies such as PLCs, robots, servo motors, VFDs, computer vision and more. The Controls Engineer Intern jumps right into the team designing and troubleshooting both software and hardware necessary for integration of manufactured systems and products that are key deliverables to customers. No idea is too small or discovery too insignificant. We're always looking for the best innovations.

Success Criteria:
Bring the theoretical principles and techniques you learned in school to life by collaborating with experienced professionals and working on a wide range of projects. You will have the opportunity to help develop new technology, develop new software solutions, and support project integration activities. There are endless opportunities to explore. Your mentor along with other leaders and team members will provide you with rock solid support that will create space for you to achieve excellence. Starting day one with a curious mind and goal driven attitude will clear a path to you growing your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Junior or rising Senior in a relevant Engineering discipline (i.e., mechanical, electrical, controls, computer, mechatronics)
• Competent in MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Team player who can also be independent with outstanding collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Some experience or course work with robotics, automation systems, circuit design, panel design/layout, control components, real-time OS, software development, PLC programming and process engineering preferred
• U.S. Person

You’ve learned about what you'll be doing, here are the benefits you'll gain when you join our team:

• Global team recognized for their passion of inventing
• First-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure
• Training and development from industry-leading experts
• Cutting edge benefit programs that include: 401(k) & matching; Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Disability & Life Insurance; PTO, Paid Holidays, & Parental Leave for both Parents; Tuition Reimbursement

PAR Systems is an equal opportunity employer and we value individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin or any other status protected by applicable law. We use AI to assist with sorting applications, but real humans do all the evaluating and deciding. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources department if you require accommodation during the interview or assessment process and we will support your accessibility needs. We offer market competitive pay and benefits based upon the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Our starting rate of pay for this hourly position is targeted at $24 an hour and is eligible to receive overtime pay based on federal, state and local wage and hour laws.

#AreaOfInterest: Engineering