Intern - Automation Engineer (Summer 2027)
Role Overview
The Automation Controls Engineer support the design, development and sustainment of advanced manufacturing solutions to increase production quality and velocity—solutions include the use of Robotics, PLCs, PCs, safety controllers, sensors, pneumatics, and other typical automation technologies.
The automation controls engineer partners with other functions to identify and deploy opportunities within production operations.
Key Skills for This Role
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop solutions for automation opportunities using Plexus standard processes, Plexus approved solution providers and/or the global Plexus automation team.
- Develop Proof of Concept (POC) prototypes for new programs and tooling for additional products to be added to automated production processes. Architect and develop software and system concepts that satisfy the innovative technology requirements. Lead programming and development of software and electrical capabilities.
- Development of required documentation including; software workflows, intended uses, requirements, electrical schematics and network diagrams for developed technologies.
- Define and execute required software verification and validation testing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering program for entire duration of internship.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Junior level status
- GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
- We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
- Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.
About Plexus Corp
Global electronics manufacturing services and product realization provider.
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