Software Controls Engineer - Intern

GCS; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS is seeking ambitious graduates for its Controls Engineering Academy in Seattle to gain hands-on experience in automation. You will contribute to PLC software development, machine control sequencing, and system testing while working with senior engineers on live customer projects.

Training covers Structured Text programming, IEC 61131-3 concepts, and practical use of CODESYS in modern manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Graduates with interest in automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing PLC software for automated machinery and production equipment
• Learn how machines are controlled using Structured Text programming
• Support the design and testing of control systems
• Collaborate with experienced Controls Engineers on live customer projects
• Participate in commissioning and troubleshooting automation systems
• Develop and improve machine functionality and performance
• Work with modern automation technologies used across manufacturing and industrial environments

Skills

PLC programming

Structured Text

IEC 61131-3

Machine controls

HMIs

Industrial networking

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Tools

CODESYS IDE

Job description

Are you passionate about engineering, programming, robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing? Do you want to build software that controls real-world machines and production systems?

We're looking for ambitious graduates to join our Controls Engineering Academy, where you'll receive hands-on training and work alongside experienced engineers on exciting automation projects.

This is an opportunity to develop sought-after skills in PLC Programming, Industrial Automation, Structured Text, and CODESYS while contributing to cutting-edge manufacturing and machine control solutions.

What You'll Learn

As part of our Academy Program, you'll be trained and mentored in:

• PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming
• Structured Text (IEC 61131-3)
• Machine controls and sequencing
• Sensors, actuators, and motor control
• Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
• Industrial networking and communications
• Debugging and troubleshooting automated equipment
• Real-world manufacturing and process automation

What You'll Do

• Assist in developing PLC software for automated machinery and production equipment
• Learn how machines are controlled using Structured Text programming
• Support the design and testing of control systems
• Collaborate with experienced Controls Engineers on live customer projects
• Participate in commissioning and troubleshooting automation systems
• Develop and improve machine functionality and performance
• Work with modern automation technologies used across manufacturing and industrial environments

Who We're Looking For

We're interested in graduates who are curious, analytical, and eager to build a career in automation.