Systems Engineer Co-op - Summer 2027

RoviSys Company; Manassas (VA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel incentives

Per-diem packages for fieldwork

Ongoing training and certifications

Job summary

RoviSys Company in Manassas, VA is seeking Systems Engineer Co-ops to join an experienced project team. You will assist with instrumentation design, system configuration, and on-site startup activities under supervision.

Ideal candidates are full-time students pursuing a Bachelor's in engineering, with a 3.0+ GPA, strong problem-solving skills, and legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. The role offers practical training and field exposure.

Qualifications

• Full-time student status.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's program in a technical field.
• Sponsorship not provided; authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instrumentation & electrical design tasks.
• Support system design, configuration, and documentation.
• Contribute to onsite startup, testing, and commissioning.
• Participate in customer design reviews and development activities.

Skills

Strong academics

Engineering major

Problem solving

Work eligibility

Education

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