Hands-On Automation Engineer Intern: BAS, PLC & HMI

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. seeks an Automation Engineer Intern to support design, programming, and commissioning of industrial control systems for building automation projects.

You will work under senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in control system design, HMI/SCADA development, and field testing. The role focuses on learning BAS concepts, reading schematics, and applying standard templates while adhering to company standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Trade school certificates or equivalent training with experience may be considered.
• 0–1 years in industrial automation, instrumentation and controls, PLC/DDC programming, or related field.
• Familiarity with PLC/DDC and HMI configuration, industrial networking, and HVAC systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with construction site environments and field devices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product selection for common automation systems and applications and support generation of accurate control system drawings.
• Instantiate graphics and configure HMI/SCADA screens in alignment with company standards.
• Support basic PLC and DDC programming tasks such as tag configuration and control logic using standard templates or reusable code libraries.
• Assist with testing, device verification, and troubleshooting during bench testing, FAT, and site startup activities; travel to client locations may be possible.
• Assist with development of project documentation, including IO lists, SOPs, test protocols, and redline markups.
• Follow all safety procedures and participate in mandatory safety training (e.g., OSHA-10).
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards for right‑first‑time accuracy and on‑time delivery.

Skills

Systems Knowledge

Control System Design

HMI/SCADA

PLC/DDC

Networking & Infrastructure

Testing

Learning Mindset

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Leadership

Ladder Logic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Mechatronics; Chemical Engineering

Associate degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Rockwell

Ignition

Wonderware

P&IDs and electrical schematics

Job description

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. seeks an Automation Engineer Intern to support design, programming, and commissioning of industrial control systems for building automation projects.

You will work under senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in control system design, HMI/SCADA development, and field testing. The role focuses on learning BAS concepts, reading schematics, and applying standard templates while adhering to company standards.