Control Systems Engineer Co-Op

As a Controls Engineering Co-Op, you will support automation and manufacturing systems within our production environment. This temporary, paid co-op opportunity is designed for students pursuing engineering degrees who are interested in gaining hands-on experience with industrial automation, controls, and manufacturing equipment while working alongside experienced engineers.

Our Team

You'll be part of a collaborative engineering and manufacturing team focused on improving automation, equipment reliability, and production efficiency. The team values curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, and provides mentorship and real-world exposure to controls engineering in a manufacturing setting.

What You Will Do

• Support controls engineers with automation and manufacturing improvement projects
• Assist with PLC, HMI, and control system programming, testing, and documentation
• Help troubleshoot automation, electrical, or controls-related issues on manufacturing equipment
• Participate in equipment commissioning, upgrades, and process improvements
• Develop and update electrical schematics, I/O lists, and standard work documentation
• Collect data and support analysis related to equipment performance and downtime
• Follow all safety protocols and company policies while working in a production environment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field
• Completed at least one year of engineering coursework
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, controls, or automation concepts
• Ability to follow technical instructions and work effectively in a team environment
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or industrial setting

What Will Put You Ahead

• Exposure to PLC programming (such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
• Familiarity with HMIs, industrial networks, sensors, or actuators
• Experience with electrical schematics or CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical or similar)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Interest in manufacturing automation and continuous improvement

For this role, we anticipate paying $25/hr.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive, aerospace and defense, to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division

With a legacy of over six decades (formerly AirBorn), Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division is committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence. Our mission-critical products operate in the most demanding environments-from fighter jets and submarines to Mars and beyond. We take pride in our passionate team and cutting-edge technologies that ensure reliability where it matters most. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense innovation.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

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