Controls & IT College Co-Op

Dauch; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

AAM invites a motivated student to join as the Controls & IT College Co-Op in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role blends controls engineering and IT responsibilities to gain hands-on experience with automation systems, industrial controls, and IT infrastructure in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will work on troubleshooting, PLC programming, robot tasks, and IT support while contributing to continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives. This paid co-op requires 25+ hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Enrolled fulltime in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Graduation date may 2027 or later.
• Available to work minimum 25 hours per week year-round.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
• Basic understanding of PLCs and industrial automation.
• Familiarity with electrical systems and schematics.
• Networking fundamentals knowledge.
• Experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and automated equipment (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Contribute to machine uptime by diagnosing electrical and controls issues.
• Participate in PLC programming updates and documentation.
• Assist with robot programming and troubleshooting.
• Support preventive maintenance on automated systems.
• Assist with continuous improvement and process optimization projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide IT shop-floor support for PCs, printers, scanners, and label machines.

Skills

PLCs basics

Electrical systems

Networking fundamentals

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

GPA 3.0

Schematic reading

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Controls & IT Co-Op will support both the Controls Engineering and Information Technology in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on experience in automation systems, industrial controls, and IT infrastructure while contributing to continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and system optimization initiatives.

Job Title

Controls & IT College Co-Op

Responsibilities

Controls / Automation Support

• Assist in troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and automated equipment (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• Support machine uptime by helping diagnose electrical and controls-related issues
• Participate in PLC programming updates and documentation
• Assist with robot programming and troubleshooting
• Support preventative maintenance activities on automated systems
• Help implement continuous improvement and process optimization projects
• All other duties as assigned

IT Support

• Provide support for shop floor for PCs, printers, scanners, label machines, radios, etc.
• Assist with network troubleshooting for connectivity, IP configurations, etc.
• Support user account management for all team members to also include permissions, access.
• Help maintain IT documentation, asset tracking, and system backups
• Assist with software installations, updates, and cybersecurity best practices, and IT4.
• All other duties as required.

Required Skills and Education

• Enrolled fulltime in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Graduation date of May 2027 or later
• Available to work a minimum 25 hours each week year-round
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Basic understanding of PLCs and industrial automation
• Familiarity with electrical systems and schematics
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals
• Experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite

About AAM

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, with no regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e‑mail [e-mail]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.