Automation Engineer Intern - Electrical
About The Position
Garmin is seeking a full-time Automation Engineer Intern at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role designs and implements robust, scalable automated solutions that support manufacturing and distribution. The intern develops mechanical, electrical, safety, and PLC/HMI/robotic programming aspects of engineering designs; ensures solutions meet product design specifications; creates revision-controlled design and user documentation; participates in design reviews and presents solutions; troubleshoots and improves existing automation; researches new automation concepts; and collaborates with teams in Olathe and Taiwan. The position requires Garmin-provided personal protective equipment, including static-dissipative footwear, to be worn throughout the entire shift in a cleanliness-zone area to minimize electrostatic-discharge risk and meet specified standards.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or another related field.
- Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 as a general rule.
- Hands-on automation experience involving robotics, electrical panel design, industrial controls, and programming.
- Experience using 2D and 3D CAD design software, such as AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS.
- Excellent problem-solving ability.
- Clear and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Team-oriented, positive attitude, and ability to work well with others.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in engineering or IT.
- Fluency in statistical analysis.
- Ability to speak, read, and/or write in Spanish, German, or French.
Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical, electrical, safety, and PLC/HMI/robotic programming aspects of engineering designs.
- Ensure automated solutions comply with product design specifications.
- Generate revision-controlled design and user documentation.
- Participate in design reviews and present solutions to the team and management.
- Troubleshoot, support, and continuously improve existing automated solutions.
- Research and develop new automation concepts.
- Collaborate with project teams across Garmin in Olathe and Taiwan.
- Wear Garmin-provided personal protective equipment, including static-dissipative footwear, throughout the shift in the cleanliness-zone area.
Benefits
- Eligible for Garmin's benefit program; details are provided in Garmin Intern Benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
