Systems Engineer Co-op - Spring 2027

RoviSys Company; Dublin (OH); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel incentives

Per-diem for field assignments

Ongoing training & certifications

Job summary

RoviSys Company seeks a Systems Engineer Co-op to work with an experienced project team on instrumentation, electrical design, system configuration, and on-site startup.

You will assist with instrument lists, submittal docs, panel fabrication support, and commissioning tests while gaining hands-on experience with DDC/PLC/DCS control logic and HMI configuration. Opportunity to travel for field assignments may be available.

Qualifications

• Full-time student status enrolled in a technical Bachelor's program.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings and compile submittal docs for controls hardware.
• Configure user interfaces and HMI screens; set up DDC/PLC/DCS control logic.
• Install project software on-site, conduct loop checks, calibrations, and functional testing.
• Assist with commissioning plans and develop training materials for operations and maintenance.

Skills

Problem solving

Engineering fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in engineering/technical field

Tools

PLC/SCADA familiarity

DDC/PLC/DCS basics

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, Systems, or Software
• 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: $24/hr
• Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support