Automation Engineer Intern

Kimball Electronics • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Automation Engineering Intern supports the development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing equipment and processes in a medical device manufacturing environment. The intern works alongside engineering and manufacturing teams on automation projects, equipment troubleshooting, equipment performance analysis, and improvements to manufacturing efficiency while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

The role assists with automated manufacturing systems, equipment validation, technical documentation, automated process troubleshooting, and automation and controls projects. The successful candidate demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and an understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and quality and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a four-year degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Interest in automation, control systems, and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to analyze equipment performance and assist with troubleshooting.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation, including protocols, work instructions, and engineering reports.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Understanding of the importance of quality and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with PLCs, industrial controls, or automated manufacturing systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, Cognex Vision Systems, or Fanuc Robotics.
• Understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and equipment qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ).

Responsibilities

• Learn KEIND quality system requirements and adopt Kimball Solutions philosophies and culture.
• Build relationships with team members.
• Document and develop process flows for the launch of a critical medical device product.
• Design equipment or tooling to support a manufacturing process.
• Write and maintain technical documentation, including protocols, work instructions, engineering reports, and customer-specific system documentation supporting FDA regulatory requirements.
• Assist in validation efforts for commissioning production systems.
• Work with project managers to execute project plans.
• Participate in risk assessment activities, including PFMEA and DFMEA.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing training and projects.
• Assist with automated manufacturing equipment and process troubleshooting and performance analysis.

Benefits

• Three weeks of PTO starting the first year.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Potential quarterly incentive bonus based on company performance.
• Major health, dental, vision, and complementary insurance starting day one.
• 50% match on the first 6% of 401(k) contribution, with opportunity for an annual employer contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern