Controls & Automation Engineering Co‑Op – Latham, NY - Summer 2027

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In short

Emerson is looking for an engineering student for a Controls & Automation Engineering Co-Op position in Latham, NY for Summer 2027. This role involves supporting real-world projects in automation, electrical, and control-software solutions within the power and energy industries. Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor's degree and are enrolled in a formal co-op program.

Responsibilities

Support project engineering and controls engineering activities across electrical, mechanical, chemical, and software tasks.
Assist with control-system design, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
Contribute to engineering documentation including wiring diagrams, control logic, device specifications, and system layouts.
Participate in the development, testing, and validation of control logic, function blocks, and system configurations.
Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
Gain exposure to power-plant automation concepts, electrical system components, and real-time control software.
Support the preparation of engineering packages, bills of material, and hardware/software testing activities.
Learn industry standards, engineering workflows, and technical tools used in power-generation and industrial automation projects.
Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to engineering and project teams.
Work with fellow Co-Ops on multidisciplinary engineering assignments and team initiatives.

Requirements

Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
Enrollment in a formal Co‑Op program as part of your academic curriculum.
Ability to return for multiple Co‑Op rotations.
Interest in the power industry, industrial control systems, electrical design, or control‑software development.
Ability to work in an office environment and occasionally at customer facilities.
Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to travel up to 5%.
Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship is not available).

Desired Qualifications

Coursework or experience with electrical circuits, power systems, or industrial controls.
Programming experience (e.g., C, Python, function block, or similar).
Exposure to control theory or automation platforms.
Familiarity with CAD tools or engineering software.
Prior internship, project, or lab experience in power, energy, automation, or software development.

Benefits

The hourly pay for this role is $24-$28, commensurate with the year in school and experience each candidate brings to a role.
Supportive and innovative team environment.
Exposure to power-industry applications, control systems, electrical design, and software-based control logic.
Opportunities for mentorship, training, and leadership.
Competitive compensation and integrated benefits offerings.

Skills

CPython

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