Mechatronics Intern

Dauch; Ridgway (Elk County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Mechatronics Intern to support plant controls and automation teams with hands-on work on PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, and automation technologies in a production setting.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations to troubleshoot equipment, optimize processes, and assist with automation projects that improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree with anticipated graduation in 2028.
• Knowledge of industrial automation platforms such as Rockwell, Allen‑Bradley, Siemens or equivalent.
• Ability to work with industrial robotic systems (Fanuc/ABB/UR/KUKA).

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, programming, and troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, servo, motion control, and robotic systems.
• Support the Controls Engineering team to improve plant automation systems.
• Monitor performance and address issues impacting production operations.
• Perform root cause analysis and assist in corrective actions.
• Support testing, commissioning, and validation activities for automation projects.
• Document system updates, troubleshooting, and project improvements.

Skills

Automation knowledge

Robotics experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / ECE / EE Tech with Minor in Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc robotics

ABB robotics

Universal Robots

KUKA

Job description

Job Posting Title

Mechatronics Intern

Job Description Summary

Responsible for supporting plant controls and automation teams in developing, maintaining, and improving automated manufacturing systems. This role provides hands‑on experience with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control systems, and industrial automation technologies used in a production environment. The intern will work closely with engineering and operations teams to troubleshoot equipment, optimize processes, and assist with automation projects that drive efficiency, quality, and productivity.

Job Description

• Assist in the development, programming, and troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, servo, motion control, and robotic systems.
• Work alongside the Controls Engineering team to support and improve plant automation systems.
• Monitor automation equipment performance and address issues impacting production operations.
• Perform root cause analysis on equipment and process‑related problems and assist in corrective actions.
• Support the development and execution of solutions for emerging automation challenges
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, and validation activities for automation projects.
• Document automation system updates, troubleshooting activities, and project improvements.

Required Skills And Education

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Engineering with a Minor in Computer Engineering, with an anticipated graduation date of 2028.
• Knowledge of industrial automation platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent systems.
• Ability to work with industrial robotic systems, including Fanuc, ABB, Universal Robots, KUKA, or similar platforms.

Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain‑agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries – GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch 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. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without 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]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.