Co‑op Engineer: Automation & Power Systems

Emerson; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson's Power & Water Solutions in Detroit, MI seeks a Co-Op Engineer who will apply academic knowledge to real automation and control challenges across energy and water sectors. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers from day one and gain exposure to design, testing, and project delivery.

This role offers hands-on experience with industry-leading products, cross-functional teamwork, and mentorship from senior engineers while you continue your education.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Enrollment in a formal co-op program as part of your curriculum, with ability to return for multiple rotations.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt quickly.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship not provided.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects that support reliable energy generation and clean water infrastructure.
• Collaborate with a global team of engineers and technical professionals solving complex engineering challenges.
• Learn and apply automation technologies, engineering processes, and industry-leading products.
• Support application design, engineering execution, and project delivery activities.
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to engineering and management teams.
• Gain exposure to customer sites, field activities, vendor visits, manufacturing processes, and system testing environments.
• Experience how engineering solutions are developed to balance technical requirements, customer needs, project schedules, and business objectives.
• Partner with senior engineers who will provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development.
• Collaborate with fellow co-op students on team-based and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Learning agility

Communication & collaboration

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Engineering software exposure

Programming/simulation tools

Job description

Emerson's Power & Water Solutions in Detroit, MI seeks a Co-Op Engineer who will apply academic knowledge to real automation and control challenges across energy and water sectors. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers from day one and gain exposure to design, testing, and project delivery.

This role offers hands-on experience with industry-leading products, cross-functional teamwork, and mentorship from senior engineers while you continue your education.