Controls Engineer Intern

Construction Association of Michigan; Walled Lake, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Controls Engineering Intern to join our team in Walled Lake, MI. You will work with engineering mentors on PLC control schematics, configure PLC/HMI programs, test panel builds, and assist in commissioning at client sites.

No prior experience is required; training will be provided. You should be team-oriented, detail-focused, and eager to learn. Travel may be required around scholastic commitments.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college/university degree program with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Experience gained through degree work can substitute for industry experience.
• Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Windows and Office.
• Able to work well in a team and be eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Design PLC Control schematics.
• Configure PLC and HMI programs based on client requirements.
• Test new panel builds prior to shipment.
• Assist in commissioning of systems at client jobsites.
• Assist Building Management System Engineers in developing database structures.

Skills

Computer literacy

Search engines

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling

Education

Pursuing degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PLC

HMI

Database concepts

Job description

UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL!

We are looking for a Controls Engineering Intern to join our team in our Walled Lake, MI office. Candidates will work directly with the technical teams. Their role would be working mainly with the teams who develop building management software for large scale industrial clients. Initial jobs would involve software screen layouts and configuration. As the technical skillset of the candidate grows, they would be moved into more programming oriented tasks.

This is a position does not require the candidate to have previous experience in regards to the work they will be performing. The candidate will be trained in technologies and tools they need to complete their work. The candidate must be able to work well with a team and have an eagerness to learn. Candidates should have an eye for detail and be task oriented.

If this sounds like the type of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

BASIC JOB DUTIES

• Work with an Engineering Mentor in the following capacities:
  • Design PLC Control schematics.
  • Configure PLC and HMI programs based on client requirements.
  • Test new panel builds prior to shipment.
  • Assist in commissioning of systems at client jobsites.
  • Assist Building Management System Engineers in developing database structures.

Additional Notes:

• Travel may be required, but this would be scheduled around any scholastic requirements.
• Indoors and outdoors, part time typical office environment, part time remote site office and building construction environments, potentially hazardous.

Required Education/Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program at a college/university and 1 year of related experience is required. Experience gained through degree work can substitute for industry experience.

Required Skills

• Must be computer literate.
• Have a good working knowledge or search engines, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to adhere to a project schedule

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Original Posting

October 6, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 10 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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