Automation Engineer Intern

Toyota Industries Corporation•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Automation Engineering Intern will work with a small R&D team to develop industry leading robotic automation for complex material handling applications. This includes R&D and prototype development to successfully bring new products to market. On top of integrating of existing solutions, this role also includes R&D and prototype development to successfully bring new products to market. The process involves understanding the customer's goals and objectives and developing engineered solutions to meet these goals. Technologies used in this position include: IEC 61131-3 PLC programming, python, C/C++, ROS, AutoCAD/Solidworks Electrical, industrial sensors and instrumentation, various communication protocols, and safety systems. An Automation Engineer is generally involved in executing all phases of an automation project from concept and research to on-site installation/debug, and sales support. The Automation Engineering intern will spend time learning about recent designs and assist with testing and troubleshooting new solutions. Hands on electrical and mechanical capabilities will be frequently relied upon. Computer literacy, specifically with MS Office products, Rockwell/Allen Bradley software packages, robotic programming, and AutoCAD/SolidWorks Electrical preferred.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
Pursing a Bachelor of Electrical, Computer or Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in Robotics and/or controls
Controls experience on highly automated project
Has worked with safety rated equipment, networking, circuits, AC/DC motors, encoders, conveyor belts, LIDARs, photoeyes, and Panel Design

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLC’s and Industrial Robots preferred
Computer literacy, specifically with MS Office products, Rockwell/Allen Bradley software packages, robotic programming, and AutoCAD/SolidWorks Electrical preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct full scope of controls project services as outlined in the overview above.
Assist Robotic and Mechanical Engineering on project design
Deliver successful controls projects with regards to customer satisfaction, schedule, time, and budget
Help resolve engineering issues as they arise by working closely with the engineering team, vendors, and the shop
Ensure we meet and exceed our customer's expectations through superior design and implementation
Complete all administrative tasks/paperwork in timely manner
Work with management to prioritize projects on macro level; ability to prioritize individual tasks on your own
Develop recommended spare parts lists for the equipment manual once project is completed
Work with management to develop process standards within the department
Attend training and become certified in applicable controls technologies or programs