Company: Charter Manufacturing Co., Inc. Title: Automation and Controls Engineer Intern - Year Round Location: Charter Steel - Saukville, WI Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Part time Sidebar Info: OUR STORY Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU When you work at Charter Manufacturing you’re part of a four-generation family business. That means, you’re not just an employee, you’re one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together . Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit – together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn’t go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions. Visit our website to learn more about our family of companies. View our 2022 Sustainability Report. To review our data use practices, visit our Company Privacy Policy . View/Download Employment-related Notices: FMLA Poster E-Verify Participation Poster (English & Español) Right to Work Poster (English & Español)
Job Description: Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies. About the Automation & Controls Engineer Internship:Gain hands-on experience supporting automation and controls projects while learning the steelmaking process, developing HMI (Human Machine Interface) software, and troubleshooting automated systems. You'll collaborate with engineers to test and improve control systems, contribute to future design enhancements, and build valuable project management and technical communication skills.Program Structure: Schedule: Part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer.Location: Saukville, WIStart Date: January 2027Duration: Year-round internshipWhat we're looking for:Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Electrical/Controls Engineering or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level.Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.Ability to succeed in a team environment.Ability to handle multiple tasks.Preferred experience:Training in PLC languages.Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft SQL, Wonderware InTouch.What you'll focus on: Design, develop, and execute projects within a Human Machine Interface (HMI) environment.Support real-time manufacturing through control system programming and automation.Design, research, and enhance operator graphical user interfaces (GUIs) to improve production workflow.Learn and integrate new manufacturing technologies, including safety lasers, proximity switches, robotics, and PLCs, into HMI systems.Collaborate with engineers and operations teams to troubleshoot, test, and continuously improve automation and control systems.What Sets Our Internship Program Apart: Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career. Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase.#LI-AF1#LI-Onsite#CharterSteelInternship positions are not benefits-eligible.
About Charter Manufacturing
Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of metals manufacturing businesses. It operates several divisions including Charter Steel, Charter Dura-Bar, Charter Wire, and Charter Aarrowcast. The company was founded in 1936 and maintains its headquarters in Mequon, Wisconsin. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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