SCADA Engineer Intern – I - Critical Infrastructure

About the role

The SCADA Engineering Intern supports the development, testing, and documentation of SCADA systems for mission-critical data center infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on learning opportunity for students or recent graduates interested in software development, industrial automation, controls, and AI-enabled engineering. The intern will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and contribute to clearly defined project assignments. Previous professional SCADA experience is not required. Candidates should demonstrate technical curiosity, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and an interest in industrial automation.

Responsibilities

SCADA Development & Support

• Assist with developing SCADA graphics, tags, alarms, scripts, templates, and reusable components
• Support basic PLC and SCADA integration activities
• Help translate documented requirements and sequences of operation into functional SCADA configurations
• Follow established development standards, naming conventions, and engineering processes
• Make corrections and improvements based on engineering review and feedback

Testing & Documentation

• Execute assigned test procedures and document the results
• Support quality reviews, defect tracking, and basic troubleshooting
• Verify completed work against documented requirements
• Assist with technical documentation, test records, tag lists, alarm lists, and engineering notes
• Clearly communicate identified issues, questions, and completed work

Development Tools & AI

• Use Git for source control, including branches, commits, and pull requests
• Use Docker and VM environments to create and develop projects
• Use Azure DevOps to manage work items, repositories, testing, and documentation
• Use approved generative AI and agentic AI tools for coding, testing, research, documentation, and workflow improvement
• Review and validate AI-generated work before using it

Training & Technical Growth

• Participate in Ignition 8.3 SCADA platform training with the potential opportunity to earn a certification
• Gain practical exposure to Rockwell Automation PLCs and other industrial control systems
• Learn SCADA architecture, HMI design, alarming, scripting, data modeling, industrial networking, and communications
• Participate in technical discussions, demonstrations, and supervised project activities
• Apply feedback and demonstrate continuous improvement

Project Support

• Complete assigned tasks on time and within the defined scope
• Communicate progress, questions, and technical issues to the assigned engineer
• Participate in supervised testing, commissioning, or field activities when available
• Follow established engineering, cybersecurity, safety, and quality requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Beginner level for all of the following unless otherwise noted:

• Basic understanding of programming, networking, databases, controls, or automation
• Familiarity with Git or another source-control tool
• Foundational understanding of generative AI or agentic AI concepts
• Interest in SCADA systems, PLCs, industrial automation, and mission-critical infrastructure
• Ability to follow technical instructions and documented processes
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to communicate questions, progress, and technical issues clearly
• Ability to work effectively with engineering and project teams
• Ability to protect confidential company and customer information

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL, C#, or a similar programming language
• Experience with Git, GitHub, Azure Repos, or Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with Docker, containers, Kubernetes, or container orchestration
• Familiarity with APIs, JSON, databases, or AI-assisted development
• Exposure to PLCs, HMIs, SCADA platforms, or industrial communication protocols
• Familiarity with Ignition, Rockwell Automation, Modbus, BACnet, OPC UA, REST API, or MQTT
• Coursework, personal projects, laboratory work, or previous technical internship experience

Development Opportunities

• Ignition 8.3 SCADA development and platform administration
• Potential Ignition Core certification opportunities
• Rockwell Automation PLCs and other industrial control technologies
• SCADA graphics, alarming, scripting, data modeling, testing, and system integration
• Git, Azure DevOps, source control, work-item tracking, and code reviews
• Docker, containerized applications, Kubernetes, and orchestration fundamentals
• Generative AI, agentic AI, and AI-assisted engineering workflows
• Mission-critical infrastructure projects
• Mentorship from experienced SCADA, software, controls, and system integration professionals

Physical Demands

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working on a computer
• Ability to move through offices, job sites, control rooms, and equipment spaces as needed
• Ability to occasionally lift or move tools or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel / Relocation

This is primarily a remote or office-based position. Limited supervised travel may be available for training, testing, commissioning, or project-site exposure. Travel will depend on project requirements, internship timing, and intern availability.

Education / Experience

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree, certification, apprenticeship, or technical program in:

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Controls or Automation
• Information Technology
• Industrial Technology
• Artificial Intelligence
• A related technical discipline

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP with HSA option)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401(k) with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company-paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Pay

$27.50 per hour (Remote, United States)

Schedule

Summer 2027 Internship: May 17, 2027 – August 13, 2027