Controls/Technical Services Engineering Intern

SPX Technologies•Overland Park, KS

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. Join our Technical Services/Controls Engineering team as 2027 summer intern, where you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting electrical control systems, product development, and technical service operations. This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields who are interested in learning how controls technology supports large-scale HVAC and industrial cooling solutions within a global manufacturing company. Assist with reviewing and interpreting product specifications and bills of materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with engineering requirements. Support the development and testing of control product solutions, including reviewing application limits, drafting documentation, and participating in product improvement initiatives. Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and sourcing teams to help qualify vendors, track compliance with electrical codes and standards, and maintain strong cross-functional communication. Contribute to technical training and support materials, including product manuals, reference guides, and resources for both internal teams and external customers. Gain exposure to new product introduction (NPI) processes, control system design, and customer-focused solutions that integrate with broader SPX product offerings. This internship provides the opportunity to build technical engineering skills, gain hands-on exposure to control system applications, and develop problem-solving experience in a professional engineering environment. If you are detail-oriented, motivated to learn, and excited about controls and technical services, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, or Materials Engineering, or Engineering Technology.
Cumulative college GPA of 3.0 or higher.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with various test equipment, network communications, and some scripting / programming skills.
Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of electrical engineering to projects.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing and interpreting product specifications and bills of materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with engineering requirements.
Support the development and testing of control product solutions, including reviewing application limits, drafting documentation, and participating in product improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and sourcing teams to help qualify vendors, track compliance with electrical codes and standards, and maintain strong cross-functional communication.
Contribute to technical training and support materials, including product manuals, reference guides, and resources for both internal teams and external customers.
Gain exposure to new product introduction (NPI) processes, control system design, and customer-focused solutions that integrate with broader SPX product offerings.