Controls Engineering Intern

e Solutions • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Controls Engineering Intern assists controls technicians with control-system installation, setup, maintenance, testing, calibration, and documentation. The intern learns to troubleshoot systems, interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings, and follow safety protocols while maintaining related tools, equipment, and supplies.

The role requires a basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. A high school diploma or GED is required. Coursework in electronics or a related field is preferred; prior electrical systems or controls experience or training is beneficial but not required. Physical duties include prolonged standing and walking, working in varied environmental conditions, and lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to learn and follow instructions from controls technicians.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in control systems.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in electronics or a related field.
• Prior experience or training in electrical systems or controls.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and setup of control systems, including wiring and assembling components.
• Learn to troubleshoot control systems under the guidance of controls technicians.
• Perform routine maintenance on control systems and equipment.
• Assist with testing and calibrating control-system components.
• Help maintain inventory of parts and supplies used in control-system installations.
• Learn to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines while working on control systems.
• Maintain tools and equipment used in control-system installation and maintenance.
• Assist in documenting procedures and specifications related to control systems.
• Support controls technicians in completing assigned tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED