Controls Engineering Co-op

KFI Engineers PC•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

At KFI, we see Co-ops as a valuable investment in our future. Our Co-op program offers you the opportunity to learn our business, gain exposure to various projects and industry sectors, and enhance your engineering skills. Co-op Program Benefits Hands-on, real-world experience in the consulting engineering industry. Work with impactful projects. Learning opportunities through mentorship. Occasional site visits.

Requirements

Pursuing an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering related discipline.
Demonstrated proficiency with computer technology, including MS Office applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
Effective time management and organizational abilities.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and workload demands.
Consistently demonstrate professional engineering ethics and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Ability and willingness to travel if needed.
Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Completed at least two years of relevant college coursework.
Interest in completing multiple Co‑op rotations (consecutive or alternating semesters).
Working knowledge of engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
Possess understanding of control system architecture and sequence of operation development, control panel layout/design, control logic development in PLC (Allen Bradley/Emerson) or DCS environments and HMI (Wonderware) system application development.
Experience specifying instrumentation for flow, pressure, temperature and be capable of selecting and sizing modulating valves for steam and water applications.
Interest in building systems, construction environments, and/or commercial HVAC.
Comfortable working in both office and construction site settings.
Ability to conduct meetings and project presentations.

Responsibilities

Site visits to gather field information as required.
Perform engineering calculations and develop Excel spreadsheets.
Prepare design documents (system architecture diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, installation drawings, functional descriptions, equipment specifications).
Write control sequence of operations.
Analyze system operational performance and develop recommendations for improvement.
Assist in writing and debugging control logic for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and/or similar platforms.
Develop applications using SCADA and HMI software.
Utilize SQL for analytical data collection.
Assist in startup, commissioning, and fine-tuning of control systems.
Troubleshoot low voltage control and electrical circuits.
Participate in company meetings, providing analysis, input, and recommendations.
Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules.
Manage workload across assigned activities to meet deadlines.
Write reports and present research to the Performance Group team.
Learn to use new tools as technology and company needs evolve.
Support other Commissioning and Recommissioning activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.