Controls Engineering Co-Op

About the role

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world. Our site in Burnet, TX is seeking a Controls Engineering Co‑Op to join our team for the Spring 2027 season. This assignment is intended to be full‑time, 6 months in duration.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with existing manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Support the modification, testing, and optimization of machine control programs to improve performance and reliability.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to support daily production operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of equipment upgrades, process improvements, and automation solutions.
• Analyze equipment performance and identify opportunities to increase efficiency, reliability, and productivity.
• Create, update, and maintain machine, process, and system documentation to support operational excellence.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities, root cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Gain hands‑on experience with manufacturing equipment, controls systems, and industrial automation technologies.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Exposure to programming or scripting languages such as C++, Python, HTML, Java, PLC programming, or similar technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a desire to learn and troubleshoot technical systems.
• Ability to learn new software, automation platforms, and manufacturing technologies quickly.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering and operations teams.
• Detail‑oriented with a passion for continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Must be able to lift, bend, stretch to reach equipment; use hand tools; climb ladders and staircases; lift up to 30 lbs.

Qualifications

• Desired majors: Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls/Automation Engineering.
• Must be a currently enrolled student.
• Available to work 40 hours a week, M‑F (8 a‑5 p) beginning in January through June.
• Must be familiar with the university’s requirements to participate in a co‑op program.

Benefits

Values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence. Entegris offers a total rewards package that goes above and beyond a paycheck, including generous benefits to help you build your career, improve your health, and protect your wealth.

Pay

Compensation: $20‑$30/hour range, with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m.‑5 p.m., January through June (approximately 6 months).