Spring 2027 Controls Engineering Co-OpCountry United States of America
State / County Ohio
City Wickliffe
Division Airfoils
Company Ceramics - LED
Function Engineering
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time
Opportunity ID 23989
Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assist Controls Engineers with automation, instrumentation, and controls projects throughout the facility.
- Support the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and improvement of PLC, HMI, and plant automation systems.
- Participate in programming, testing, and debugging PLC and HMI applications under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting manufacturing process and equipment data.
- Support development and maintenance of technical documentation, procedures, schematics, and project records.
- Work with Controls Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams on continuous improvement projects.
- Help troubleshoot electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and control system issues on production equipment.
- Assist with setup, calibration, and maintenance of plant instrumentation and automation equipment.
- Gain exposure to robotic automation systems, including Fanuc robots and automated manufacturing cells.
- Support data acquisition and plant information systems as needed.
- Participate in safety, quality, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Maintain accurate documentation of project work, troubleshooting activities, and system modifications.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited university and eligible to participate in a co-op program.
- Completed coursework in electrical circuits, industrial controls, PLCs, programming, automation, or related subjects preferred.
- Interest in manufacturing automation, instrumentation, robotics, and industrial control systems.
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, or programming languages such as C#, Visual Basic, Python, or similar is a plus.
- Basic understanding of electrical schematics, troubleshooting techniques, and industrial equipment preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Prior internship, co-op, project, or laboratory experience involving automation, controls, robotics, or manufacturing.
- Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLCs, FactoryTalk View, Fanuc Robotics, or industrial networking concepts.
- Experience using CAD or electrical design software is a plus.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:- PLC and HMI programming in a manufacturing environment.
- Industrial instrumentation and process control systems.
- Robotics and automation system operation and troubleshooting.
- Data collection and manufacturing analytics.
- Project management fundamentals and engineering documentation practices.
- Cross-functional collaboration within a world-class manufacturing facility.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Relocation Relocation is authorized for this position.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.
PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.
In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.
Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.
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