Automation Engineering Co-op: Prototyping, Robotics & CAD

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 79,901,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking an Automation intern in Manitowoc, WI to help determine and develop production processes for manufacturing operations. You will interact with product engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams and contribute to design, prototyping, and testing of small automation systems.

Opportunities are available for January 2027–August 2027 and May 2027–December 2027, with exposure to 3D CAD, robotics, and data-driven quality tools in a Fortune 250 environment.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a 4-year Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related degree.
• Coursework or experience in manufacturing processes, machining, metrology, statistics, or quality engineering.
• Experience with 2D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar), engineering principles, and mechanical simulations.
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and protocols
• Basic programming knowledge in Python or C#
• Understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics in mechanical systems
• Ability to assist with rapid prototyping and 3D printing
• Strong problem-solving skills with hands-on approach to mechanical issues
• Prior internship or hands-on manufacturing/shop experience.
• Data & statistics: Excel, Minitab, JMP, Python (pandas)
• ERP/MRP: SAP, Oracle, NetSuite (if applicable)
• Quality/Process: SPC, FMEA, CAPA, 8D

Responsibilities

• proficient in 3D modeling of mechanical components and systems using Autodesk Inventor
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose robotic system issues
• Basic ability to understand programming and modifying automation systems
• Assist in design, prototyping, and testing of small machines
• Collaborate on technical documentation and reporting for engineering projects
• Participate in projects related to machine design, prototyping, and creating work orders with Bill of Materials and other relevant annotations

Skills

3D modeling Autodesk Inventor

Robotic troubleshooting

Programming basics

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Rapid prototyping

Data & statistics

Education

Enrolled in a 4-year Engineering/Industrial Technology program

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Python

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking an Automation intern in Manitowoc, WI to help determine and develop production processes for manufacturing operations. You will interact with product engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams and contribute to design, prototyping, and testing of small automation systems.

Opportunities are available for January 2027–August 2027 and May 2027–December 2027, with exposure to 3D CAD, robotics, and data-driven quality tools in a Fortune 250 environment.