Control Systems Engineer Co‑Op: Foxboro DCS & OT Security

Socket.dev; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Control Systems Engineer Co-Op in the United States to assist with designing, configuring, and documenting Foxboro DCS automation solutions for industrial environments.

You will work alongside senior engineers on real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in system design, software/hardware setup, cybersecurity, networking, FAT testing, and project documentation. This paid co-op supports professional growth in a safety-conscious, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Interest in industrial automation, robotics, or large-scale IT/OT infrastructure with good judgment in technology choices.
• Proficiency with MS Visio or CAD and Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and a safety-first mindset.
• Excellent teamwork and client-facing communication; authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Responsibilities

• System Design Support: Assist in developing system architecture drawings using MS Visio/CAD and audit Bills of Materials (BOM) 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 the configuration of secure networks, including MESH/ACN switches and firewall rules under the guidance of senior staff, Fortinet, McAfee ePO
• Project Documentation: Maintain Software Matrices, update system health checklists, assist in the creation of FAT and commissioning documents.
• System Testing: Participate in FAT activities with clients, helping to validate that system components meet client requirements

Skills

Foxboro DCS

Industrial automation

Cybersecurity

Active Directory

GPOs

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Visio

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking a Control Systems Engineer Co-Op in the United States to assist with designing, configuring, and documenting Foxboro DCS automation solutions for industrial environments.

You will work alongside senior engineers on real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in system design, software/hardware setup, cybersecurity, networking, FAT testing, and project documentation. This paid co-op supports professional growth in a safety-conscious, collaborative team.