Electrical Controls CAD Designer Intern

ECI•Lawrence, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Controls CAD Designer Intern supports the Engineering department in learning and documenting hardware designs for process automation projects in the chemical and oil and gas industries using Emerson DeltaV and ROC Automation Systems. The primary function is to assist with control panel design documentation for panels assembled, wired, and tested in the on-site panel shop. Working under the guidance of Control System Engineers and experienced designers, the intern learns customer requirements, supports design problem resolution, and helps prepare drawings for release to the panel shop. The intern may occasionally travel to customer sites for meetings and to gather field information with guidance from experienced team members. The program offers initial and ongoing training, meaningful project assignments, and access to quality work equipment. Internship details, eligibility, and program expectations will be discussed during the recruiting process.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical, controls, industrial, or design-related engineering; relevant technical coursework or equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered.
Basic familiarity with AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrates willingness to learn, ask questions, communicate clearly, manage assigned tasks, and work effectively on a team.
Work collaboratively: contribute to an inclusive and positive work environment, work with team members, ask questions, accept feedback, and seek help when needed to support project goals.
Customer focus: show interest in understanding customer needs, communicate respectfully, provide accurate information within the scope of assigned work, and follow through on commitments with guidance from the team.
Integrity: behave ethically, act fairly, follow company and project procedures, and take responsibility for completing assigned work.

Nice To Haves

Interest in PLC or DCS systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist with control panel design using AutoCAD and help maintain a complete document package.
Assist with control panel mechanical layout and detail drawings.
Assist with electrical AC and DC power distribution wiring diagrams.
Assist with I/O card termination wiring diagrams.
Assist with I/O loop diagrams.
Assist with electrical schematic wiring diagrams.
Assist with DCS system network architecture drawings.
Review I/O lists with project team members and assist with development of I/O wiring drawings.
Support sales and engineering teams by gathering information for technical support and design estimates in selected sales pursuits.
May occasionally travel to customer sites for meetings and to gather field information, with guidance from experienced team members.