Automation Engineering Intern

Carmeuse Group - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Intern

Pittsburgh, PA

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

The Automation Engineering Intern will support the Automation team during the conceptual design and basic engineering development phases, as well as provide general plant support. This role involves document generation, validation, drawing creation, and problem resolution, while participating in cross-functional teams to enhance technical knowledge and effectiveness. The intern will receive coaching and mentoring from experienced engineers and engage in hands-on projects to develop skills and knowledge in automation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support Automation projects and the Automation team during conceptual design and basic engineering development phases.
• Generate and validate documents, create and update drawings, and manage document storage.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to improve technical knowledge and effectiveness.
• Consult with engineers to discuss design concepts and requirements for detailed working drawings.
• Interact with plant team members, process engineers, project managers, and contractors to achieve learning goals and share best practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting and performance enhancements of electrical systems and recommend cost-effective solutions.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field; or an Associate's degree in engineering/computer science.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically.
• Familiarity and proficiency with traditional and PLC programming languages.
• Ability to achieve timely results while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Benefits

• Coaching and mentoring from experienced engineers.
• Participation in multidisciplinary teams and shadowing subject matter experts.
• Self-paced training courses and formal training opportunities.
• Hands-on experience through projects and special assignments.