Automation Engineer Co-Op

Champion Technology Services, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Technology Services, Inc. is seeking a motivated Automation Engineer Co-Op to support our engineering team in New Orleans.

You will assist in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining automation systems while gaining hands-on experience across project phases. You’ll contribute to installation, commissioning, and reporting, and collaborate with teammates to ensure quality and client satisfaction.

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 transportation with valid liability insurance.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and lift 50+ lbs for extended periods.
• Available for after-hours, weekend and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and development of automation systems within a team.
• Modify and maintain automation systems.
• Test, troubleshoot and provide solutions to technical problems.
• Write computer and automation software and programs as necessary.
• Contribute to project installation, commissioning, project closure and inspections/reporting.
• Participate in project tasks: Kickoff, System Design/Procurement, Programming/Configuration, SAT/Commissioning, Close-out Documentation.
• Provide project level consultancy and client service and help manage time and expenses within budget.

Skills

Adaptability

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Education

Undergraduate student, GPA 3.0+

Job description

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.

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.

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.