Co-op Engineer: Power & Water Automation

Emerson; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Co-Op Engineer in Detroit, MI to gain hands-on experience with automation and control technologies for critical infrastructure. You’ll work with experienced engineers, apply classroom knowledge to real projects, and learn industry best practices from mentors.

As part of Power & Water Solutions, you’ll explore design, automation, project execution, and problem‑solving across energy generation and water treatment contexts, while developing technical and collaboration skills

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Enrollment in a formal co‑op program as part of engineering 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.

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.
• Build technical, project, and problem‑solving skills through meaningful hands‑on experience

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Learning ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Emerson is seeking a Co-Op Engineer in Detroit, MI to gain hands-on experience with automation and control technologies for critical infrastructure. You’ll work with experienced engineers, apply classroom knowledge to real projects, and learn industry best practices from mentors.

As part of Power & Water Solutions, you’ll explore design, automation, project execution, and problem‑solving across energy generation and water treatment contexts, while developing technical and collaboration skills