Electrical Engineer Intern: Automation & PLCs

Ahlstrom; Kaukauna (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Ahlstrom in Wisconsin is offering a Summer Electrical Engineer Intern position at the Kaukauna facility. You will gain hands-on experience supporting electrical systems, reliability initiatives, and capital projects in a paper manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Electrical Engineering, with sophomore standing or higher, and an interest in industrial electrical systems, automation, and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Electrical Engineering or similar degree program.
• Minimum sophomore standing preferred.
• Interest in industrial electrical systems, automation, controls, or manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow manufacturing and hygiene processes to meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements for each grade of paper.
• Assist with troubleshooting and improving electrical and control systems throughout the mill.
• Support engineers with electrical design, modifications, and upgrades to manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in reliability and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment performance.
• Assist with PLC, instrumentation, motor control, and automation projects.
• Analyze equipment performance data and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Support capital project planning, execution, and commissioning activities.
• Develop and update electrical drawings, documentation, and technical procedures.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Participate in safety programs and help ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Effective written and verbal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Independent and collaborative

Education

Electrical Engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Electrical design software

Job description

Ahlstrom in Wisconsin is offering a Summer Electrical Engineer Intern position at the Kaukauna facility. You will gain hands-on experience supporting electrical systems, reliability initiatives, and capital projects in a paper manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Electrical Engineering, with sophomore standing or higher, and an interest in industrial electrical systems, automation, and manufacturing processes.