Automation Engineering Intern: Mechatronics & Robotics

Socket.dev; Marion (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

PSI Molded Plastics is seeking an Automation Engineering Intern to contribute to designing and improving electro-mechanical and mechatronic systems. The role involves supporting automated systems development, PLC/HMI programming, and mechanical design tasks within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The candidate should be pursuing an engineering degree, have basic PLC/HMI knowledge, and be comfortable reading schematics. SolidWorks skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an engineering degree from an accredited school.
• Basic understanding of PLC and HMI controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Basic understanding of robotics controllers and motion profiles (Fanuc or UR Robotics).
• Basic understanding of mechanical components.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic circuitry.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Strong mathematical, analytical and creative thinking skills.
• Ability to work with a team or alone.
• Self-starter with a passion for Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and enhancing electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices.
• Support development of automated systems and software to control them.
• Modify PLC and HMI programs as needed.
• Develop design documents for mechanical parts and final products.
• Maintain technical project files.
• Identify materials suitable for mechatronic designs.
• Suggest improvements on production lines or finished products.
• Implement or test design solutions.
• Understand client briefs and develop solutions.
• Select tools and materials for manufacturing processes.
• Create mechanical models and tolerance analyses.
• Research and apply sensors, motion control, or communication technologies.

Skills

PLC & HMI basics

Analytical thinking

Teamwork / independence

Self-starter

Robotics concepts

Education

Engineering degree pursuit

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

PSI Molded Plastics is seeking an Automation Engineering Intern to contribute to designing and improving electro-mechanical and mechatronic systems. The role involves supporting automated systems development, PLC/HMI programming, and mechanical design tasks within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The candidate should be pursuing an engineering degree, have basic PLC/HMI knowledge, and be comfortable reading schematics. SolidWorks skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset are valued.