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Controls Engineer Intern

Portland, OR

On-site Internship

$26 to $30 an hour

The employer is a contract manufacturer producing precision metal components and assemblies.

The employer is looking for a Controls Engineer Intern in Portland, OR. In this role you will gain hands-on experience alongside an experienced electrical & computer engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a 12-week paid summer internship. This role is on site at our Portland location.

What you’ll do

  • Design control panels and electrical schematics
  • Commission equipment on site and train operators
  • Integrate robots, vision systems and safety devices
  • Program and troubleshoot PLCs for automated equipment
  • Develop HMI and SCADA screens

What you’ll bring

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Ability to read electrical schematics
  • Willingness to travel to job sites
  • Experience programming Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs

Nice to have

  • Experience with FANUC or ABB robots
  • Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 13849)

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position in Portland, OR is $26 – $30 per hour. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

  • Paid holidays
  • Mentorship from senior engineers
  • Housing stipend for relocating students

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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