Controls Engineering Intern Co-op: Hands-On PLC/HMI & Robotics

Axiscompany; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiscompany in Michigan is seeking a Controls Engineer Intern to learn foundational automation skills while supporting internal and customer projects under close supervision. The role focuses on PLC/HMI/robotics, documentation, and basic commissioning while building strong safety and communication habits.

The rotational development path guides you from Foundations through Expansion to Application, with hands-on support for customer projects and collaboration across Electrical, Mechanical, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently graduated in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics.
• Foundational PLC/HMI knowledge and safety awareness required.
• Ability to read schematics and document changes clearly.

Responsibilities

• Participates in structured training and learns from feedback.
• Performs small PLC ladder edits and basic ST changes.
• Updates prints, I/O lists, and device tagging under review.
• Assists with device bring-up, online debugging, and tests.
• Runs simulations and adjusts simple parameters with supervision.
• Keeps backups and change logs; follows version control.
• Collaborates with Mechanical, Electrical, and Build teams.
• Relays status and risks to project leads early.
• Follows safety rules and maintains organized work area.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical schematics

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Documentation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SCADA

Version control

Job description

Axiscompany in Michigan is seeking a Controls Engineer Intern to learn foundational automation skills while supporting internal and customer projects under close supervision. The role focuses on PLC/HMI/robotics, documentation, and basic commissioning while building strong safety and communication habits.

The rotational development path guides you from Foundations through Expansion to Application, with hands-on support for customer projects and collaboration across Electrical, Mechanical, and