Automation Engineer Intern: PLC & Controls (Paid)

Pittsburgh Tomorrow

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

SMS group in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Automation Engineer Intern to support the design, programming, and testing of Level 1 control systems for steelmaking facilities. You will work with Electric Arc Furnaces, Continuous Casters, and Rolling Mills to translate process requirements into reliable automation solutions.

The role offers hands-on experience in engineering design, HMI and PLC programming, and project work in industrial controls, under mentorship from experienced engineers.

Qualifications

Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field.
Foundational knowledge of PLCs, industrial automation, electrical controls, and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing Level 1 control systems per project requirements and SMS group standards.
Support translation of equipment descriptions and process requirements into PLC and automation solutions.
Communicate with engineers and stakeholders on technical matters, project requirements, and interfaces.
Participate in internal integration testing and system validation before shipment to the customer site.
Document lessons learned and support development of reusable engineering solutions.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Industrial automation

Electrical controls

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Mechatronics

Job description

The role offers hands-on experience in engineering design, HMI and PLC programming, and project work in industrial controls, under mentorship from experienced engineers.

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