Corporate Automation - Intern

Arclin • Alpharetta, GA

2d

About The Position

Join our Corporate Automation team to support the design, implementation, and
optimization of smart factory systems. You will work hands-on with DCS/PLCs,
SCADA platforms, and IIoT data pipelines to help bridge OT and IT layers as part
of our ongoing Industry 4.0 transformation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of DCS/PLCs, process control theory (PID loops, feedback systems), and industrial communication protocols.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or ladder/structured text languages.
• Familiarity with sensor instrumentation, actuators, and control panels.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and ability to read electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Excellent communication skills and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced plant environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cloud platforms or edge computing devices.
• Exposure to machine learning for predictive maintenance or anomaly detection.
• Coursework or project work in robotics, mechatronics, or computer vision.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles in OT/ICS environments (ISA/IEC 62443).

Responsibilities

• Develop and test DCS/PLC/HMI programs for process automation and interlocks.
• Integrate machine data into SCADA/MES systems and IIoT data pipelines using OPC-UA and MQTT protocols.
• Build dashboards to visualize real-time KPIs and alarms.
• Support digital twin modeling and simulation for process validation and virtual commissioning.
• Document control logic, P&IDs, and standard operating procedures to ISA-88/ISA-95 standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and data engineering.

Benefits

• Mentorship from senior controls and process engineers with regular 1:1 check-ins.
• Exposure to live production environments and real Industry 4.0 transformation projects.
• Potential for return offer into a full-time associate engineer role upon graduation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees