Automation Engineer Co-Op

Champion Technology Services, Inc; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Champion Technology Services, Inc. seeks an Automation Engineer Co-Op to contribute to the design and development of automation systems within a collaborative team.

This role supports testing, troubleshooting and writing automation software as responsibilities evolve with experience. You will participate in project tasks from kickoff to close-out, gain exposure to installation, commissioning and reporting, and contribute to compliance and quality across projects while balancing coursework and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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, Close-out Documentation.
• 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.
• 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.

Job description

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

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
• Close-out Documentation

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.

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.