Controls & Automation Engineering Co‑Op - Latham, NY - Summer 2027

Emerson; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson at our Latham, NY location offers a Co-op experience in power and energy industries, supporting design, configuration, and implementation of automation and control software solutions.

You will work on control-system design, hardware/software testing, and engineering documentation while collaborating with senior engineers across multiple disciplines. The role provides exposure to power‑plant automation concepts and hands‑on project work.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Enrollment in a formal Co‑Op program as part of your academic curriculum.
• Ability to return for multiple Co‑Op rotations.
• Interest in the power industry, industrial control systems, electrical design, or control‑software development.

Responsibilities

• Support project engineering and controls engineering activities across electrical, mechanical, chemical, and software‑oriented tasks.
• Assist with control‑system design, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to engineering documentation including wiring diagrams, control logic, device specifications, and system layouts.
• Participate in development, testing, and validation of control logic, function blocks, and system configurations.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams to solve technical challenges and share learnings.
• Gain exposure to power‑plant automation concepts, electrical system components, and real‑time control software.
• Support preparation of engineering packages, bills of material, and hardware/software testing activities.
• Learn industry standards, engineering workflows, and technical tools used in power‑generation and industrial automation projects.
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to engineering and project teams.
• Work with fellow Co‑Ops on multidisciplinary engineering assignments and team initiatives.

Skills

Co-Op enrollment

Multiple rotations

Power industry interest

Analytical skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/CS/CE

Tools

CAD tools

Engineering software

Python/C programming

Job description

If you are an engineering student looking to gain meaningful, hands‑on experience in the power and energy industries while working alongside a collaborative and innovative team, Emerson has an opportunity for you. Based at our Latham, NY location, you will support real‑world project work that contributes to the design, configuration, and implementation of modern automation, electrical, and control‑software solutions. This Co‑Op experience provides exposure to power‑industry applications, control systems, electrical design, and software‑based control logic-helping you build a strong engineering foundation across multiple disciplines.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Support project engineering and controls engineering activities across electrical, mechanical, chemical, and software‑oriented tasks
• Assist with control‑system design, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Contribute to engineering documentation including wiring diagrams, control logic, device specifications, and system layouts
• Participate in development, testing, and validation of control logic, function blocks, and system configurations
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams to solve technical challenges and share learnings
• Gain exposure to power‑plant automation concepts, electrical system components, and real‑time control software
• Support preparation of engineering packages, bills of material, and hardware/software testing activities
• Learn industry standards, engineering workflows, and technical tools used in power‑generation and industrial automation projects
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to engineering and project teams
• Work with fellow Co‑Ops on multidisciplinary engineering assignments and team initiatives

Who You Are:

You enjoy learning new concepts and applying them in practical, real‑world situations. You are energized by working within a collaborative team and contributing your perspective to solve technical challenges. You take initiative, stay curious, and readily seek opportunities to grow your skills. You communicate effectively with others, value diverse viewpoints, and adapt well when priorities or assignments shift.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
• Enrollment in a formal Co‑Op program as part of your academic curriculum
• Ability to return for multiple Co‑Op rotations
• Interest in the power industry, industrial control systems, electrical design, or control‑software development
• Ability to work in an office environment and occasionally at customer facilities, which may require walking on grating, using stairs/ladders, or working in varying temperatures and noise levels
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to travel up to 5%
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship is not available)

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Coursework or experience with electrical circuits, power systems, or industrial controls
• Programming experience (e.g., C, Python, function block, or similar)
• Exposure to control theory or automation platforms
• Familiarity with CAD tools or engineering software
• Prior internship, project, or lab experience in power, energy, automation, or software development

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

At Emerson, our employees' passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company's success. The hourly pay for this role is $24-$28, commensurate with the year in school and experience each candidate brings to a role.