Automation Intern

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the selection and specification of various Operational Technology (OT) hardware equipment such as switches, firewalls, routers, servers, media converters, and patch panels.
• Solicit software and hardware quotations from manufacturers and vendors as directed.
• Participate in jobsite and shop visits as required by project scope.
• Actively participate in external and internal meetings with clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Develop control system logic using various programming languages, including Structured Text, Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Charts, Function Blocks, and Instruction List.
• Develop custom industrial Human Machine Interface (HMI) graphics across a variety of OEM applications.
• Gather and record information from client provided documentation, vendor drawings, catalogs, and technical manuals to be utilized in development of software applications.
• Prepare basic sketches and perform basic engineering calculations for project assignments.
• Track and maintain awareness of the schedule and budget for assigned project assignments.
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Interest in computer programming, industrial control systems, robotics or other highly technical systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and push, pull and lift 50+lbs for an extended period.
• Available for after-hours, weekend and holidays if required by project scope.
• Proficiency with computer based work, and ability to learn and work in office productivity software such as Microsoft Office 365