Controls Engineer Intern – PLCs, HMI & Automation

First Quality King of Prussia PA; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

First Quality in Anderson, SC is seeking a Controls Engineer Intern or Co-Op to contribute to state-of-the-art manufacturing automation. You will participate in projects involving DCS, PLC, HMIs, motors, drives, and instrumentation under the guidance of the Senior Controls Engineer.

The role focuses on equipment modifications, troubleshooting, and thorough documentation of changes, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical preferred) with a 3.0 GPA.
• Experience with control systems preferred.
• Currently enrolled student seeking internship or co-op in automation or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Modifications: assist in design and implementation of equipment modifications to improve efficiency and performance (instruments, wiring, DCS/PLC/HMI).
• Troubleshooting: diagnose and resolve control system issues and equipment malfunctions.
• Documentation: maintain accurate records of modifications, programming changes, and troubleshooting activities.

Skills

Ladder Logic

Controls software

Team Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

First Quality in Anderson, SC is seeking a Controls Engineer Intern or Co-Op to contribute to state-of-the-art manufacturing automation. You will participate in projects involving DCS, PLC, HMIs, motors, drives, and instrumentation under the guidance of the Senior Controls Engineer.

The role focuses on equipment modifications, troubleshooting, and thorough documentation of changes, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and learning in a fast-paced environment.