Automation Intern

Link Snacks•Minong, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join us during the Summer of 2027 as an Automation Intern in Minong, WI. The Automation Intern will be responsible for learning and contributing to multiple projects utilizing a variety of automation technologies and platforms. These technologies are deployed for the control of automated manufacturing processes. You will have the opportunity to learn and work on projects from the design and development phase to field installation and commissioning. Essential duties and responsibilities will be completed in direct partnership with the Engineering Team.

Requirements

Pursuing a 2 year or 4 year education in Engineering, Automation technologies, Controls related field or similar.
General understanding of Automation Control technologies and equipment
Understanding of basic electrical circuits
Software application experience utilizing Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications
MS Office Suite
General understanding of PLC programming with troubleshooting capabilities
General understanding of HMI applications such as Rockwell software, GE Intellution, and/or Wonderware software applications
Strong written and oral communication skills
The individual must have strong communication skills, be capable of maintaining customer relationships, and carry themselves in a professional manner at all times.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of manufacturing equipment and food processing systems is a plus
Visual Basic and Database Programming is a plus

Responsibilities

Electrical Design and 2-D layouts – especially as it relates to facility as-builts (AutoCad Typical)
Project documentation and equipment design specifications
PLC Programming (Allen Bradley Typical)
HMI Application Design (Rockwell, Wonderware, and GE Intellution Typical)
System Site Commissioning
Facility Operator and Technician Training
Project Warranty Support
Network communications including communications with manufacturing equipment using VPN.
Perform design and engineering functions in accordance with accepted practices and company standards.
Prepare project scopes of work, preliminary design concepts, and cost estimates for small projects.
Assist in gathering field data and preparing project specifications.
Develop high-quality, error-free industrial software programs in keeping with the defined project requirements.
Coordinate design with other members of the project team.
Prepare scopes of work, bills of material, specifications, cost estimates, and other necessary projects documents.
Prepare project correspondence as required.
Maintain positive client relationships on projects assigned.