Systems Engineer Co-op - Spring 2027

RoviSys Company; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel incentives

Per-diem packages

Ongoing training and certifications

Job summary

RoviSys in Dallas, TX seeks Systems Engineer Co-ops to join an experienced project team and assist with instrumentation, electrical design, system configuration, and onsite startup tasks.

Ideal candidates are full-time students enrolled in a technical Bachelor’s program, with a GPA of 3.0 or above and authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. The role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and project exposure.

Qualifications

• Full-time student status.
• GPA 3.0 or above.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's program in a Technical Field related to Engineering or Systems.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Strong problem solving and developing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with an experienced project team on various projects.
• Assist instrumentation & electrical design tasks.
• Participate in system design, configuration, and documentation.
• Support onsite system startup and commissioning activities.
• Contribute to test plans and training materials.
• Maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

Strong academic achievement

GPA 3.0+

Bachelor's program enrollment

Problem solving

Authorized to work in the U.S. without

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Technical 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

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.

Following is a chronological overview of a typical project and the tasks with which and intern or part time engineer may 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 customer 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 is 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 RoviSys sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Hourly Rate: $25/hr
• Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support