Electrical Engineer Intern (Fall 2026)
About The Position
The Electrical Engineering Co-Op will support controls engineering initiatives across multiple scrap metal recycling facilities. This role involves supporting the design, development, testing, and documentation of industrial control and information systems. The intern will assist with defining system requirements, conducting field surveys, and supporting installation, checkout, and commissioning activities. They will also work closely with the controls engineering team to execute projects that support production facilities and travel to various facilities for inspections and project implementation. Additionally, the intern will build foundational skills in computer-aided drafting, hardware and software design, and software development and testing techniques, while supporting system installation and troubleshooting in an industrial environment. Participation in ongoing learning and application of controls engineering best practices and safety standards is expected.
Requirements
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or technical degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Strong MS Excel and PC configuration skills.
- Ability to build relationships, collaborate, and work effectively in a team environment.
- Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel as required.
- Comfortable working in an industrial environment, including outdoor exposure and varying weather conditions.
- Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PLC and HMI systems.
- Previous internship or hands-on experience in controls, electrical, or industrial systems environments.
Responsibilities
- Utilize Rockwell Software to design, upgrade, or convert existing Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) programs.
- Support the design, development, testing, and documentation of industrial control and information systems to meet operational requirements.
- Assist with defining system requirements, conducting field surveys, and supporting installation, checkout, and commissioning activities.
- Work closely with the controls engineering team to execute projects that support production facilities.
- Travel to in- and out-of-state facilities to support inspections and project implementation.
- Build foundational skills in computer-aided drafting, hardware and software design, and software development and testing techniques.
- Support system installation and troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
- Participate in ongoing learning and application of controls engineering best practices and safety standards.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401K and Roth accounts
- Profit sharing
- Pay-for-performance bonuses
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Stock program
- Scholarships
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Career Level
Intern
