Automation Engineer Co-op: R&D Systems & Docs

Randstad USA

Bedford (MA)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 30,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

6-month co-op

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking an Automation Engineer Co-op to support development, testing, and documentation of automation systems in R&D. The role focuses ~80% on technical documentation and 20% on hands-on testing of automation, PLCs, and HMIs.

Must be actively enrolled in an academic program and available for a six-month period starting January 4, 2027. The position offers exposure to software/hardware engineering, machine control, and regulated documentation practices in a dynamic R&D

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Software or Mechanical Engineering with automation experience.
Interest in automation engineering, software/hardware engineering, or machine control.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Execute test protocols to verify automation systems and software meet requirements.
Develop, update, and maintain technical documentation for automation systems and software.
Create software and system specifications based on existing automation solutions.
Develop and/or execute test protocols to verify software functionality and system requirements.
Reverse engineer existing automation solutions to understand system functionality and translate into documentation.
Document testing activities, results, and system functionality per quality standards.
Support documentation following GxP and GAMP 5 methodologies.