Control Systems Engineer Co-op: Foxboro DCS & OT Networking

Schneider Electric; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on project experience

Mentorship from professionals

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Control Systems Engineer Co-Op in the United States to gain hands-on experience with Foxboro DCS hardware and software, assisting in system design, configuration, and documentation for industrial environments.

You will collaborate with senior engineers on cybersecurity, industrial networking, and FAT/commissioning documentation while developing practical skills in automation projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Tools: Basic proficiency in MS Visio or CAD software and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Mindset: Detail-oriented with safety-first mentality.
• Communication: Team Player and able to engage professionally with customers.

Responsibilities

• System Design Support: Assist in developing system architecture drawings using MS Visio/CAD and audit BOMs for project accuracy.
• Software & Hardware Configuration: Install and configure Foxboro DCS software suites, perform database entries, and assist with server/workstation setups.
• Cybersecurity & Networking: Support secure networks, including MESH/ACN switches and firewall rules under supervision.
• Project Documentation: Maintain software matrices, update health checklists, assist in FAT and commissioning documents.
• System Testing: Participate in FAT activities with clients to verify components meet requirements.

Skills

Industrial automation

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering

Tools

Foxboro DCS

MS Visio

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking a Control Systems Engineer Co-Op in the United States to gain hands-on experience with Foxboro DCS hardware and software, assisting in system design, configuration, and documentation for industrial environments.

You will collaborate with senior engineers on cybersecurity, industrial networking, and FAT/commissioning documentation while developing practical skills in automation projects.