Electrical Controls Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Charter Wire LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Wire LLC seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer Intern to gain hands-on experience with troubleshooting, sensors and automation on the production floor. You will update drawings in AutoCAD Electrical and contribute to real-time data deployment using Ignition, Python, SQL, and Java in Milwaukee, WI.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering or Controls Systems Engineering, have a 2.75+ GPA, and are proficient with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Electrical Engineering or Controls Systems Engineering or related field with sophomore status.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to succeed in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical controls, sensors, and automation systems on the production floor.
• Support real-time data deployment using Ignition, Python, SQL, and Java.
• Update electrical drawings and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Troubleshoot and improve control systems using Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Logix 5000.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Enrollment in four-year degree program in Electrical Engineering

Enrollment in Controls Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft SQL

Wonderware InTouch

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Wire is a leading Tier 1 supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to various industries, including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial and Oil & Gas. Charter Wire is a member of the Charter Manufacturingfamily of companies.

About the Electrical Controls Engineer Internship:

Gain hands-on experience in electrical controls troubleshooting, sensors, and automation systems while developing technical skills in AutoCAD Electrical, Ignition (Python, SQL, Java), and Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Logix 5000.

Program Structure:

• Schedule: full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer
• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Start Date: May 2027
• Duration: Summer internship
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Electrical Engineering, Controls Systems Engineering or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
  
  

Preferred experience:

• Training in PLC languages
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft SQL, Wonderware InTouch
  
  

What you'll focus on:

• Troubleshoot electrical controls, sensors, and automation systems on the production floor
• Support real-time data deployment using Ignition, Python, SQL, and Java
• Update electrical drawings and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical
• Troubleshoot and improve control systems using Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Logix 5000
  
  

What Sets Our Internship Program Apart: Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career. Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase.

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Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.