Controls Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Dematic Corp. (ILD-US); Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic invites students pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree to join the Future Talent Program Internship in the United States. You will join a team-based Innovation Challenge, work with the Controls CAD group using Maestro and AutoCAD-E, and help prepare Bills of Materials while learning PLC basics.

You will engage in weekly professional development sessions, gain hands-on experience, and travel to job-sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Full-time student at a U.S. college or university.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Completion of at least one year of undergraduate work.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance in routine planning and execution of Engineering activities: will be assigned a project implementation team to work with.
• Working with the Controls CAD team, assist in the development of Layout and Electrical Schematic Drawings using Maestro and AutoCAD-E.
• Assist in the preparation of Bill of Material creation.
• Gain familiarity with the various controls components used in the system design and where to place them on the layouts and schematics.
• Learn the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) and how to program them.
• Travel to job-sites to commission equipment/systems.
• Seeks advice and guidance on nonroutine or problem areas from others.
• Identifies problems as they occur and takes appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is not difficult or complex.

Skills

Innovative Thinkers

Extraordinary Teammates

Self-Starters

Future Leaders

Education

Electrical Engineering degree pursuit

Tools

Maestro

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join the Future Talent Program Internship at Dematic and ignite your career with innovation and learning! Are you eager to kick-start your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Dematic is excited to welcome the next wave of innovators to our Future Talent Program. This internship is crafted for those who are passionate about inspiring change and ready to leave their mark on the world. #LifeAtDematic. As a Dematic intern, you will participate in a team-based Innovation Challenge where you will dive into an inspiring, collaborative experience with your intern cohort. You'll solve real-world problems, brainstorm groundbreaking solutions, and bring your ideas to life with the support of our expert coaches! You will engage in weekly professional developments sessions led by Dematic leaders, designed to hone your professional skills. From effective communication to critical thinking, these sessions are your steppingstones to becoming a leader of tomorrow. Enjoy the flexibility of self-paced learning, with access to a wealth of knowledge that will bolster your expertise and confidence, tailored to complement your hands-on experience. Dematic provides internships as a launchpad for your career. We have a global presence and are dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Join us to make a positive impact on our business, customers, and planet!

We offer:

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities
• Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dematic Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary

• The hourly rate for this role, at the time of posting, is estimated to be within the range below based on class standing. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, experience, knowledge, and skills.
• Sophomore: $20 - $24 per hour
• Junior: $21 - $27 per hour
• Senior: $23 - $29 per hour
• Master's: $26 - $33 per hour

Tasks and Qualifications

Job Duties:

• Provides assistance in routine planning and execution of Engineering activities: Will be assigned a project implementation team to work with.
• Working with the Controls CAD team, assist in the development of Layout and Electrical Schematic Drawings using Maestro and Autocad-E.
• Assist in the preparation of Bill of Material creation.
• Gain familiarity with the various controls components used in the system design and where to place them on the layouts and schematics.
• Learn the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) and how to program them.
• Travel to job-sites to commission equipment/systems.
• Seeks advice and guidance on nonroutine or problem areas from others.
• Identifies problems as they occur and takes appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is not difficult or complex.

What We're Looking For:

• Innovative Thinkers: Individuals who dare to think boldly and are not afraid to challenge the status quo.
• Extraordinary Teammates: Individuals ready to learn from and contribute to a diverse team.
• Self-Starters: Candidates who are committed to personal growth and continuous learning.
• Future Leaders: Individuals who seek to build a career that goes beyond a regular job and is driven by their passion.

Qualifications:

• You must be a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Completion of at least one (1) year of undergraduate work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interested in working in collaborative teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates a basic knowledge of professional principles and skills.
• Effectively uses fundamental concepts and procedures of engineering and administration.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Proactive, diligent, self-motivated.
• Experience or familiarity with AutoCAD or modeling program is preferred.

Participate in various Future Talent Programming events, such as weekly professional development sessions, a team-based innovation challenge and endless development opportunities.

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KION brands keep the world moving - globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally - we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team - Push it forward.