Systems Engineer Co-op - Spring 2027

Rovisys-Building-Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training & certifications

Travel incentives & per-diem

Job summary

RoviSys is seeking a Systems Engineer Co-op to join an experienced project team. You will assist with instrumentation design, system configuration, and on-site startup, under the lead engineer's guidance.

This paid co-op offers exposure to controls and automation projects across engineering disciplines. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, development of documentation, and collaboration with customers during design reviews and onsite commissioning.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time student enrolled in a Bachelor's program in a technical field related to engineering or systems.
• GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist instrumentation & electrical design tasks such as creating instrument lists and compiling submittal documentation.
• Support system design, configuration, and template-based documentation.
• Contribute to onsite system startup activities and testing under supervision.

Skills

Strong problem solving

GPA 3.0+

US work authorization (no sponsorship)

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