2026 Automation Engineer Fall Co-Op
About The Position
Simtra is seeking highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students for our Fall Co-op Program. We look for diverse students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Our co-op students work closely with industry professionals and learn quickly how to problem solve on real-world projects that contribute to clinical research and manufacturing processes. In addition to on-the-job experience, we offer learning sessions with top leadership, site visits to local projects and social events. The Process Automation & Controls team focuses on optimizing and automating manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance in pharmaceutical production through automation and digital transformation initiatives.
Requirements
- Pursuing a BS or MS degree in Automation/Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
- Strong understanding of process automation, industrial controls systems (PLC, SCADA), and data analysis
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail including the ability to accomplish a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others in a proactive, positive and constructive manner
- Proven critical thinking and creativity skills; solve problems by applying technical and functional experiences
- Highly motivated, self-driven individual with passion working within pharmaceutical industry
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, or other programming languages is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions using data collection, analysis, and visualization.
- Work with cross-functional teams to identify areas for automation and digital transformation.
- Conduct troubleshooting and testing of automated systems to ensure functionality and compliance.
Benefits
- Medical & Dental Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Spouse Life Insurance
- Child Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Reimbursement Program
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Community and Volunteer Service Program
- Employee Ownership Plan
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Insurance Benefits
- Vision Coverage
- Accident Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Legal
- Workout Facility
- Cafeteria
- Credit Union
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
