Electrical Engineering Co-Op: Design, PLC/HMI & Testing

Wexxar Packaging; Richmond; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMach seeks an engineering student or technician to support electrical design and automation tasks. You’ll assist with schematics, P&IDs, panel layouts using SolidWorks Electrical, and contribute to PLC/HMI development.

This role emphasizes hands-on testing, documentation, and teamwork, offering a pathway to grow in a fast-paced engineering environment while applying fundamentals of electrical engineering in real-world projects.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or Technician program in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Mechatronics.
• Understanding of circuit design, motor controls, and basic electrical systems.
• Familiarity with MS Office, AutoCAD, Solidworks, or PLC software (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Strong analytical skills, a curious mindset for troubleshooting, and good communication skills for working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design & Drafting: Assist with electrical schematic design, P&IDs (piping and instrumentation diagrams), and control panel layouts using Solidworks Electrical.
• PLC/HMI Development: Assist with programming, troubleshooting, and debugging Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Testing & Commissioning: Participate in testing control panels and field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow sensors).
• Documentation: Create or update technical manuals, datasheets, and engineering project documentation.
• Troubleshooting: Assist field technicians in identifying and resolving electrical malfunctions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting mindset

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or Technician program in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

PLC software (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

MS Office

Job description

ProMach seeks an engineering student or technician to support electrical design and automation tasks. You’ll assist with schematics, P&IDs, panel layouts using SolidWorks Electrical, and contribute to PLC/HMI development.

This role emphasizes hands-on testing, documentation, and teamwork, offering a pathway to grow in a fast-paced engineering environment while applying fundamentals of electrical engineering in real-world projects.