Controls Engineering Co-op

Kodak Corp; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodak Corp. is offering an on-site Engineering Co-op in Rochester, NY within Eastman Business Park. This position supports manufacturing engineering projects and day-to-day activities across film and chemical processes. Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 start, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

The co-op provides hands-on experience in manufacturing operations and engineering design, with opportunities to work on controls, automation, and equipment reliability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Electrical, Automation, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Preference for Sophomore year or later.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong work ethic, motivation to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support controls projects, including troubleshooting and obsolescence upgrades.
• Create release documents with wiring diagrams and drive parameters; assist with installation and commissioning.
• Participate in projects involving process improvements, equipment reliability, and automation enhancements.
• Collaborate with engineers and skilled trades on multi-generational equipment and systems.
• Assist in technical support for operations and maintenance activities.

Skills

VFDs

PLC programming

Automation curiosity

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Automation/Controls/Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

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This Engineering Co-op is located onsite in Rochester NY within Eastman Business Park for our Industrial Films and Chemicals Division. The principal responsibility for this co-op role is to support engineering projects and day-to-day activities across various film and chemical manufacturing processes. The co-op will gain hands-on experience in manufacturing operations and engineering design.

This co-op can be Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. Will be 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities:

• Support various controls projects, including troubleshooting and obsolescence upgrades.
• Primary focus will be on upgrading multiple obsolete variable frequency drives. Create release documents that include wiring diagram and drive parameters. Assist with installation and commissioning.
• Participate in projects involving process improvements, equipment reliability, and automation enhancements.
• Collaborate with engineers and skilled trades personnel on multi-generational equipment and systems.
• Assist in technical support for operations and maintenance activities.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Familiar with Allen Bradley VFDs.
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLCs and ladder logic. (Plus, but not required)
• Interested in automation, mechatronics, and process control systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Electrical, Automation, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering. Preference for students that have completed Sophomore year or later.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and motivation to learn.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.