Intern, Hardware Development Engineer (May - Aug 2027)
About The Position
Rockwell Automation is seeking a Hardware Engineering Intern/Co-op to join a team developing next-generation automation control systems. The intern will contribute to hardware product development, including sub-circuit design and integration, functional analysis, and regulatory compliance, while building technical skills in a collaborative environment. This is a full-time, paid internship from May 2027 through August 2027, located in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. Relocation assistance is not provided. The role follows Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy: employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation outside the office.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree at an accredited college or university.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available for this internship.
Nice To Haves
- Previous co-op or internship experience in hardware development.
- Experience using design capture tools and ability to understand schematics.
- Expected graduation in December 2027 or later.
- Basic knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, and programmable devices such as CPLDs and FPGAs.
- Hands-on experience with hardware test equipment, including debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Experience developing or using programs for product initialization, debugging, or testing in C/C++, Python, or Ladder.
- Experience working with KiCAD, Eagle, and Altium.
- Knowledge of industrial control systems, programmable logic controllers, or similar devices.
- Experience performing product certification testing, such as testing to meet CE and IEC 61010.
- Having met the company at a campus, national recruiting, Rockwell Automation-hosted, or targeted recruiting event.
- Located within 50 miles of the Mayfield Heights, Ohio location.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate on an agile team to design electrical circuits, develop test requirements, and execute hardware verification testing on new industrial automation products.
- Perform programming, functional analysis, and hands-on troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes.
- Contribute to product design documentation and test reports.
- Participate in technical projects, including researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures.
- Take ownership of assignments by understanding expected outputs, requesting help, and helping teammates.
- Build relationships with technical leads and peers to develop knowledge of the product development lifecycle.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid holidays.
- Flexible work schedule coordinated with the manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
