Controls Engineering Co-op: PLCs, Testing & Field Startup

Socket.dev; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Controls and Commissioning Co-op in Louisville, KY, to support electrical controls engineering, PLC programming, testing, documentation, and commissioning of conveyor systems. You will learn from controls engineers, gain hands-on experience with PLs, HMIs, and industrial networks, and participate in field activities at customer sites.

You will travel up to 80–90% as project needs require, supporting system testing, commissioning, and startup activities while developing

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in electrical/related engineering field.
• Basic understanding of industrial automation or PLC programming preferred.
• Familiarity with Rockwell platforms, HMIs, or industrial networks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, I/O lists, control narratives, and system documentation.
• Participate in system testing and validation efforts to ensure design requirements.
• Assist with testing, commissioning documentation, and field startup activities.
• Support field commissioning and startup activities for assigned projects.
• Aid in troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks on site.

Skills

Active Listening

Troubleshooting

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Complex Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation platforms

HMIs

Industrial communication networks

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Controls and Commissioning Co-op in Louisville, KY, to support electrical controls engineering, PLC programming, testing, documentation, and commissioning of conveyor systems. You will learn from controls engineers, gain hands-on experience with PLs, HMIs, and industrial networks, and participate in field activities at customer sites.

You will travel up to 80–90% as project needs require, supporting system testing, commissioning, and startup activities while developing