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Controls Engineer Intern

GKN Automotive · Newton, North Carolina, US

What You’ll Do - Assist in designing, developing, and testing PLC-, HMI-, and SCADA-based control systems by supporting modern PLC upgrades for automated pro...

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What You’ll Do: - Assist in designing, developing, and testing PLC-, HMI-, and SCADA-based control systems by supporting modern PLC upgrades for automated production lines. - Develop and maintain a device Function Block for a modern PLC. - Support traceability updates by deploying and contributing to the Lap and Test Paperless Project. - Contribute to an Ignition Project for a standardized application to view part status and history. - Help evaluate and improve system performance through data collection, analysis, and troubleshooting . - Assist with root-cause analysis for equipment issues and propose engineering solutions. - Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, efficiency, and quality. What We’re Looking For: - Local candidates, currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field . - Coursework or experience with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial control equipment. - Basic understanding of electrical circuits, ladder logic, and automation principles. - Familiarity with programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block , or C-b...