Systems Engineer Co-op - Spring 2027

RoviSys Company; Manassas (VA); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Travel incentives

Ongoing training and certifications

Job summary

RoviSys Company in Manassas, VA is seeking a Systems Engineer Co-op to work with an experienced project team on instrumentation design, electrical design, and startup activities.

This role is a paid co-op for full-time student status, requiring a GPA of 3.0 or above, enrollment in a Bachelor's program in a technical field, and authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. You will assist in developing design documentation, configuring systems, and supporting field deployments.

Qualifications

• Full-time student status.
• GPA 3.0 or above.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's program in a Technical Field.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Passionate about problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instrumentation & electrical design tasks (creating instrument lists, submittal docs, panel support).
• Support system design and configuration (participate in design reviews, assemble development systems, configure GUI/HMI).
• Participate in onsite system startup (install software/config, perform checks, calibrations, testing).
• Assist with developing commissioning tests and training materials.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Technical aptitude

Education

Enrollment in a Bachelor's program in Engineering or Systems

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