Systems Engineer Co-op - Spring 2027

RoviSys Building Technologies; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $24

Travel incentives

Training & certifications

Job summary

RoviSys Building Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer Co-op to collaborate with an experienced project team on instrumentation, controls, and system startup at client sites in the United States. You will assist in design, configuration, and commissioning tasks under a lead engineer.

Ideal candidates are full-time students in a technical Bachelor's program with a 3.0+ GPA, strong problem-solving skills, and the right to work in the US without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Full-time student status required.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's program in a technical field (engineering, systems).
• Problem solving mindset and ability to develop solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with an experienced project team under a lead engineer.
• Assist with instrumentation & electrical design and documentation.
• Develop system hardware and software configurations under supervision.
• Help with on-site startup activities at client sites.
• Contribute to commissioning tests and documentation updates.

Skills

GPA 3.0+

Problem solving

Technical coursework

Authorized to work in US

Education

Bachelor's 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

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