CareerPlan

Electrical Equipment Controls Intern

Detroit, MI USInternship$44k–$60k2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Support Senior Controls Engineers in the design and implementation of machine control systems for heavy-duty engine, axle, and transmission manufacturing.

Role type

Manufacturing Controls Engineering Intern

Builds

New production-line installations, improvements to existing equipment, and equipment start-up for manufacturing.

Domain

Heavy-duty vehicle manufacturing (engines, axles, transmissions)

Required skills

PLC, CNC, HMI controls, SERVO, VFD hardware/software, device level networks, manufacturing monitoring systems, AutoCAD, technical reporting

Preferred skills

Electrical engineering degree, 6-month availability, AutoCAD experience with controls drawings

Technologies

PLC, CNC, HMI, SERVO, VFD, AutoCAD

Responsibilities

Assist with new production-line installations and equipment start-up; Support hardware and software for PLC, CNC & HMI controls; Support device level networks and SERVO/VFD hardware; Participate in design reviews with suppliers; Provide management with regular reports on project work plans and status.

Seniority

Intern