Process Control Spring Co-Op

Schneider Electric • Cleveland, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Ready to kickstart your career with real-world experience? We're offering a full time spring semester Process Control Co-op in our Richfield, OH office. The selected candidate will collaborate with a team of engineers delivering projects and providing support for our process automation customers on Foxboro and Modicon systems.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program studying Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Control Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of two years of completed coursework.
• Proficient in Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2022 environments.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, including: Excel (data entry, formulas, basic charting), Word (documentation and reporting), Outlook (email and calendar management).
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and computer hardware/software troubleshooting.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Programming & Controls experience is a plus including: Exposure to process control systems and instrumentation
• Fundamental knowledge of Foxboro Block Language, ladder logic, or similar control programming languages
• Ability to read and interpret control logic diagrams, function blocks, and system documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced technical setting.

Responsibilities

• Under the mentorship and direction of senior engineers, the co-op will be part of a high-performance team solving problems for our customers and delivering solutions.
• Learn everyday working on process control and PLC control systems. Troubleshooting, upgrading, set-up/configuring equipment and software, and building applications that will be delivered to our customers.
• Learn to interpret design inputs like Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, IO lists, and control narratives.
• Collaborating with a senior engineer, build and configure Human Machine Interface screens for operator control/effectiveness based on the design inputs.
• Extensive involvement in testing systems for customers and resolving discrepancies.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience supporting real projects that impact customers and business outcomes
• Mentorship from professionals who are committed to helping you grow and succeed
• Insight into end-to-end delivery processes spanning capital expenditure to operations
• A welcoming, collaborative team culture where learning is encouraged and contributions matter
• A meaningful opportunity to explore your career interests and build skills that set you up for success
• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree