Controls Engineering Co-Op: PLCs, Robotics & Automation

Precision Castparts Corp.; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Wickliffe, OH, invites a student in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering to join our Controls Engineering team as a co-op.

You will assist with automation projects, PLC/HMI programming, instrumentation, data collection, and documentation while working under experienced engineers.

This internship offers hands-on experience with Fanuc robotics, industrial controls, and cross-functional collaboration in a world-class manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university and eligible to participate in a co-op program.
• Completed coursework in electrical circuits, industrial controls, PLCs, programming, automation, or related subjects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Controls Engineers with automation, instrumentation, and controls projects throughout the facility.
• Support installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and improvement of PLC, HMI, and plant automation systems.
• Participate in programming, testing, and debugging PLC and HMI applications under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting manufacturing process and equipment data.
• Support development and maintenance of technical documentation, procedures, schematics, and project records.
• Work with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement projects.
• Help troubleshoot electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and control system issues on production equipment.
• Assist with setup, calibration, and maintenance of plant instrumentation and automation equipment.
• Gain exposure to robotic automation systems, including Fanuc robots and automated manufacturing cells.
• Support data acquisition and plant information systems as needed.

Skills

PLC/HMI

Robotics familiarity

Programming languages

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechatronics Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

FactoryTalk View

Fanuc robotics

CAD software

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp. in Wickliffe, OH, invites a student in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering to join our Controls Engineering team as a co-op.

You will assist with automation projects, PLC/HMI programming, instrumentation, data collection, and documentation while working under experienced engineers.

This internship offers hands-on experience with Fanuc robotics, industrial controls, and cross-functional collaboration in a world-class manufacturing facility.