Controls Technican Co-Op

Controls Technician Co-op (Part-Time)

WEISS North America, Inc – Willoughby, OH (Cleveland, OH)

Hourly/Non-Exempt

Job Description

The ideal candidate will work cross‑functionally with engineering, sales, software teams, and customers to ensure successful system integration, product performance, and long-term reliability. The position requires strong technical aptitude, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and excellent communication skills to support both internal teams and external customers. The position reports to the Director of Operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Interpret mechanical & electrical design drawings
• Help establish new and maintain existing company standards
• Power up electrical systems and configure hardware per customer specification and orders
• Work with Sales Engineers to provide input with quote preparation as required
• Provide high quality pre-sales, design-in and post-sales technical support to customer
• Work closely with German counterpart to assist in development of software
• Create standard operating procedures to achieve efficient processes relating to testing product, customer support, internal processes, etc.
• Learn and support third party products used in conjunction with legacy product
• Troubleshoot issues with existing customer installed systems
• Perform other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed

Desired Skills & Experience

• Currently pursuing an Engineering or related technical degree, or possessing equivalent experience
• Knowledge of proper control enclosure assembly standards (US and Europe)
• Ability to create electrical drawing/schematics (E-plan, AutoCAD, etc.)
• PLC programming knowledge (Rockwell, Siemens, B&R)
• Servo motor and drive sizing capabilities
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite
• Preferred programming knowledge (B&R, Rockwell, Siemens, Bosch)
• Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs
• Willingness to learn or train on our systems
• Ability to efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals
• General knowledge of machine tool types, their function and typical machining process
• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team atmosphere
• Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment
• Ability to balance multiple projects and tasks with a sense of urgency

Company Description

WEISS is a high-quality manufacturer of cam, servo, and linear motor driven automation components. We supply the world with rotary index tables, palletized conveyors, linear motor driven pick and place units, cam and servo driven assembly chassis, ring index tables, and machine bases and tool plates. WEISS was founded over 55 years ago and is now the world leader in rotary indexing tables for assembly, welding, packaging, medical devices, and many other industries. We specialize in the highest quality craftsmanship and offer an industry leading four-year warranty. No matter if you need to rotate 100 tons or pick and place a 1 oz. part very accurately, WEISS has the solution. As the world leader in indexing/positioning tables we still have the most innovative designs and newest products. We also offer many other additional handling and positioning devices for your automation needs. Visit www.weiss-world.com today.

We have grown by more than 300% in the last ten years. Our growth is only limited by our desire and resources. We will achieve similar growth over the next five years.