Systems Engineer Co-op - Fall 2026

RoviSys Building Technologies; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Hourly Rate: $24/hr

Travel incentives and per-diem packages

Ongoing training and professional development support

Job summary

A leading systems engineering firm seeks Systems Engineer Co-ops to assist project teams with various responsibilities, including instrumentation design, system configuration, and onsite startup. Ideal candidates are full-time students pursuing a Bachelor's in a technical field, with a strong academic record and problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for professional development while working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time student with a GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating instrument lists and procurement documentation.
• Participate in design review meetings and user interface configuration.
• Support onsite system startup and installation checks.

Skills

Problem solving

Technical proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s program in Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Systems Engineer Co‑ops will be assigned to work with an experienced project team. Individual responsibilities will be designated by the lead engineer based on the specific requirements of each project and the individual’s capabilities.

Responsibilities

Following is a chronological overview of a typical project and the tasks with which an intern or part‑time engineer assist. Percentages represent the tasks relative effort but will vary from project to project.

Instrumentation & Electrical Design

• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
• Compile submittal and procurement documentation for controls and instrument hardware
• Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
• Inspect completed control enclosures

System Design and Configuration

• Participate in design review meetings
• Assemble development system using project hardware and computers
• Configure user interface and HMI screens
• Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
• Draft system documentation from templates
• Assist in customer demonstrations and acceptance testing

Onsite System Startup

• Works in a supervised role and/or with a team at a customer site
• Install project software and configuration onto site systems
• Participate in point‑to‑point loop checks
• Perform instrumentation and software calibration and tuning
• Participate in functional tests of all systems
• Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
• Program field modifications as required
• Assist with developing commissioning test plans and documentation updates/redlines
• Assist with developing training documentation/presentation on operations and maintenance of system

Qualifications

• Full‑time student status
• Strong academic achievement, maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or above
• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s program in a Technical Field, related to Engineering or Systems
• Passionate about problem solving and developing solutions
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Hourly Rate: $24/hr
• Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per‑diem packages for field assignments
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support