Robotics Automation Engineer Intern

Hayward Industries • N. Kingstown, RI

15h

About The Position

Working with the Robotics/Automation Engineer, the intern will be given numerous projects to design, develop and integrate robots and/or other automation equipment into the factory's existing and new production lines. This may include 6-axis robots, Vision Systems, and AI.

Requirements

• The intern must be working towards a bachelor’s degree in Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering. (rising Junior or Senior)
• Must have strong mechanical skills and be knowledgeable and comfortable using typical power tools found in most mechanical shops.
• Familiarity with Linux and Python programming required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of network communications and other various communications protocols, including Ethernet, RS232, RS485, Blue Tooth, Wi-Fi helpful.
• The intern must have complete knowledge of standard computer applications including all Microsoft applications as well as CAD applications, such as SolidWorks or Fusion, and 3D printing.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, development, procurement, programming and integration of automated manufacturing equipment including stationary robots, mobile robots, optical inspection systems, laser engraving and related products.
• Works closely with manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, test engineering, design engineering, IT, and production personnel to develop safe, ergonomic, and reliable robotic platforms.
• Responsible for researching and creation of proposals to identify costs, benefits and justifications.
• Generate documentation including user's guides, reference manuals, operating instructions, and repair guides.
• Responsible for maintaining, repairing or modifying any existing automated production equipment as required, including PLC's or other microcontroller-based controllers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern