Building Automation Design Engineering Intern - Summer

Carrier•Sylvania, OH

About The Position

About Carrier: Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier. Automated Logic is a total energy solutions provider. For more than 30 years, we have been dedicated to designing easy-to-use building automation systems that provide the highest possible energy efficiency, while ensuring occupant comfort. Through our global team of company branches and independently owned dealers, we offer industry-leading technology with local, on-the-ground service that is hard to beat. Automated Logic is a business within Carrier Global Corporation. About the role: Join a team that’s shaping the future of smart, sustainable buildings across our North Region. As a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Engineer Intern, you’ll support the design of intelligent systems that improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and operational performance in schools, hospitals, government buildings, and commercial spaces. You'll be part of a collaborative, innovation-driven team with opportunities to contribute to a wide variety of projects while gaining hands-on experience in real-world building technologies. In this role, you’ll assist with the design and documentation of building automation systems. This includes developing wiring diagrams, point layouts, control sequences, hardware selections, and integration strategies. You’ll work closely with internal teams to ensure all systems meet project specifications, industry standards, and customer expectations.

Requirements

Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building Automation, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Science
GPA must be greater than or equal to 3.0 GPA
Must be eligible to work in the US without Sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of HVAC systems, electrical systems, computer science, or building automation principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a project-based environment.
Willingness to learn and take initiative in solving engineering challenges.
Prior experience in HVAC and/or building automation.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or other drafting tools.
Exposure to programming or scripting (e.g., line code, ladder logic, block programming).
Experience with controls hardware (e.g., sensors, actuators, relays) or hands-on technical projects.

Responsibilities

System Design & Development Assist in the hardware design of building automation systems, including the sizing and selection of sensors, actuators, valves, and related components.
Support the development and implementation of software programs for building automation systems.
Assist in the creation of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for system visualization and control.
Participate in the testing and verification of building automation programming and interfaces prior to field implementation.
Ensure adherence to project specifications, internal engineering standards, and customer preferences.
Documentation & Reporting Maintain and update as-built documentation, including drawings and system details, using Microsoft Visio, Excel, and Word.
Help prepare technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, test reports, and installation guides.
Complete required documentation in a timely and accurate manner, including timesheets, expense reports, work order postings, site documentation, and project status updates.
Collaboration & Communication Collaborate with project teams to communicate design revisions and raise any technical concerns as they arise.
Coordinate daily activities and project updates with engineering supervisors and lead engineers.
Track and report on project progress, keeping lead project personnel informed on key milestones and deliverables.