Co-op, Hardware Development Engineer (Jan - July 2027)

Rockwell Automation; Mayfield Heights (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Paid holidays

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader inviting motivated students to join the Hardware Engineering Intern/Co-op in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. You will contribute to hardware product development from circuit design to verification and regulatory readiness while building hands-on skills on real industrial automation projects.

The 2027 internship runs January through July, requiring full-time availability and university approval.

Qualifications

• You must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required.
• We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this internship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on an agile team to design electrical circuits, develop test requirements and execute hardware verification testing on new industrial automation products.
• Perform programming, functional analysis, and hands‑on troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes.
• Contribute to associated product design documentation and test reports.
• Participate in technical projects such as researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures.
• Take ownership of assignments by understanding expected output, requesting help, and helping teammates.
• Build relationships with technical leads and peers to grow your knowledge of the product development lifecycle.

Skills

Hardware development

Circuit theory

Microprocessors

Digital logic

Analog/DC-power

C/C++

Python

Ladder

KiCAD

Eagle

Altium

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Debuggers

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s or advanced degree

Tools

KiCAD

Eagle

Altium

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Debuggers

Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As a Hardware Engineering Intern/Co-op for Rockwell Automation, you will join a dynamic team developing the next-generation of automation control systems. You'll contribute to all stages of hardware product development—from sub-circuit design and integration to functional analysis and regulatory compliance—while building key technical skills in a supportive environment. If you value knowledge sharing, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, Rockwell Automation is the place for you. This position is full time from January 2027 through July 2027. This role requires students to take off school or use this co‑op in place of their current classes and co‑op must be approved by their university and/or advisor. It is located in Mayfield Heights, Ohio and does not provide relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on an agile team to design electrical circuits, develop test requirements and execute hardware verification testing on new industrial automation products.
• Perform programming, functional analysis, and hands‑on troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes.
• Contribute to associated product design documentation and test reports.
• Participate in technical projects such as researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures.
• Take ownership of assignments by understanding expected output, requesting help, and helping teammates.
• Build relationships with technical leads and peers to grow your knowledge of the product development lifecycle.

The Essentials - You Will Have

• You must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required.
• We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this internship.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have

• Previous co‑op/intern experience in Hardware Development
• Able to work full‑time from January to July (2027)
• Graduating in December 2027 or later
• Experience using design capture tools, able to understand schematics.
• Basic knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC‑power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs).
• Hands‑on experience with hardware test equipment, including debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Experience developing or using programs for product initialization, debug, or test (C/C++, Python, Ladder).
• Experience working with KiCAD, Eagle, and Altium.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, programmable logic controllers or similar devices.
• Experience performing product certification testing such as testing to meet CE and IEC 61010.
• Met on campus, national recruiting events, a Rockwell Automation‑hosted event, or a targeted recruiting campaign.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life. To learn more about our benefits package for interns, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $20 - $32/hour. Our benefits for the US can be found here. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!