Controls Engineer Intern/Co-op

Controls Engineering

Posted on 10/1/2025

KION

KION

No salary listed

Grand Rapids, MI, USA + 2 more

More locations: Plano, TX, USA | Milwaukee, WI, USA

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Dematic is looking to build upon our Co-Op Program and bring on a student for our Controls Engineering team!

We offer:

Job Duties:

Provides assistance in routine planning and execution of Engineering activities:

  • Will be assigned a project implementation team to work with.
  • Working with the Controls CAD team, assist in the development of Layout and Electrical Schematic Drawings using Maestro and Autocad-E.
  • Assist in the preparation of Bill of Material creation.
  • Gain familiarity with the various controls components used in the system design and where to place them on the layouts and schematics.
  • Learn the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and how to program them.
  • Travel to North American job-sites to assist with commissioning equipment/systems.
  • Seeks advice and guidance on nonroutine or problem areas from others.
  • Identifies problems as they occur and takes appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is not difficult or complex.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Innovative Thinkers: Individuals who dare to think boldly and are not afraid to challenge the status quo.
  • Extraordinary Teammates: Individuals ready to learn from and contribute to a diverse team.
  • Self-Starters: Candidates who are committed to personal growth and continuous learning.
  • Future Leaders: Individuals who seek to build a career that goes beyond a regular job and is driven by their passion.

    Tasks and Qualifications:

    Qualifications:

    • You must be a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university.
    • Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.
    • Able to work from Dematic office in Grand Rapids, MI, Milwaukee, WI or Plano, TX

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Interested in working in collaborative teams.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Demonstrates a basic knowledge of professional principles and skills.
    • Effectively uses fundamental concepts and procedures of Engineering and Administration.
    • Proficient at Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
    • Proactive, diligent, self-motivated.
    • Experience or familiarity with AutoCAD or modeling program is preferred.
    • Participate in various Future Talent Programming events, such as weekly professional development sessions, a team-based innovation challenge and endless development opportunities.