Industrial Automation and Robotics Engineer Intern

Makr Shakr; Torino; On-site; EUR 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on robotics experience

Multidisciplinary team

Global commissioning trips

Site visits for customer deployments

Job summary

Makr Shakr in Turin is seeking an Industrial Automation and Robotics Engineer Intern to support development, commissioning and start-up of automation systems. You will work alongside software, mechanical and electrical teams to implement motion programs, test robot movements and optimize PLC-driven sequences on ABB and KUKA robotics platforms.

The role offers hands-on experience with industrial robots and real machines, collaboration across disciplines, and opportunities for international

Qualifications

• Technical background in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical curiosity.
• Genuine interest in robotics and industrial automation.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Interest in ABB and/or KUKA robots, Siemens PLCs and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Developing and modifying motion programs for ABB and KUKA robots.
• Programming and configuring operating sequences for robotic cells.
• Testing and optimizing robot movements.
• Troubleshooting and fault finding on Siemens PLC systems.
• Reading and modifying existing PLC programs.
• Diagnosing issues related to sensors, actuators, I/O and industrial communications.
• Commissioning and start-up of machines built by Makr Shakr.
• Running functional tests and verifying machine operation before delivery.
• Supporting installation and commissioning activities at customer sites.
• Collaborating with Software, Mechanical and Electrical teams during development of new systems.

Skills

Automation & Robotics

Mechatronics

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Robotics

ABB

KUKA

Siemens PLCs

TIA Portal

Step 7

Tools

ABB robots

KUKA robots

Siemens PLCs

TIA Portal

Step 7

Job description

Industrial Automation and Robotics Engineer Intern

Turin

Makr Shakr is a pioneering robotics company born from research conducted at the Senseable City Lab at MIT, led by professor Carlo Ratti. Our name says it all: Makr references the maker culture and open-source digital fabrication, while Shakr nods to mixology and the transformative potential of robotics in the F&B industry. Based in Italy, our R&D team develops state-of-the-art mixologist and barista robots that operate across a wide range of settings, from high-end hospitality to large-scale events, addressing labor challenges while bringing joy, elegance, and innovation to every pour.

The Role

Makr Shakr is looking for an Industrial Automation / Robotics Engineer Intern to join our technical team in our Turin office. You will support the development and commissioning of our machines, working side by side with the team and gaining direct, hands-on experience with industrial robots, PLCs, and real machines. You will be involved in both in-house maintenance and development activities and in the commissioning and start-up phases of our systems.

Key Responsibilities

As an Industrial Automation / Robotics Engineer Intern, you will be involved in a wide range of activities, including:

• Developing and modifying motion programs for ABB and KUKA robots
• Programming and configuring operating sequences for robotic cells
• Testing and optimizing robot movements
• Troubleshooting and fault finding on Siemens PLC systems
• Reading and modifying existing PLC programs
• Diagnosing issues related to sensors, actuators, I/O, and industrial communications
• Commissioning and start-up of machines built by Makr Shakr
• Running functional tests and verifying correct machine operation before delivery
• Supporting installation and commissioning activities at customer sites
• Collaborating with the Software, Mechanical, and Electrical teams during the development of new systems

Requirements

• Technical background (e.g. Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or related fields)
• Technical curiosity and strong problem-solving skills
• Genuine interest in robotics and industrial automation
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Interest in the following technologies, with prior knowledge being a plus:
• Industrial robotics, with ABB and/or KUKA robots
• Siemens PLCs and the TIA Portal / Step 7 environment
• PLC logic, digital and analog signals
• Industrial communication networks and protocols

No previous professional experience with the technologies listed is required.

What We Offer

Joining Makr Shakr means stepping into a high-growth international startup at the frontier of robotics and technology, where your work will have a direct impact from day one.

• Hands-on experience: Work with robotic systems actually used in production and follow the full lifecycle of a machine, from development and programming to testing, commissioning, and start-up.
• A multidisciplinary environment: Robotics, industrial automation, software, electronics, and mechanics come together within the same product.
• Global exposure: The opportunity to join business trips for commissioning and installations at customer sites, including international ones.
• A culture of innovation: Work in a dynamic, innovative environment at the intersection of robotics, automation, and F&B.

Makr Shakr is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity or any other factor.