About the role#
Entegris is seeking a Controls Engineering Co-Op for our site in Burnet, Texas. This is a full-time, 6-month assignment for the Spring 2027 season. You will work alongside established controls engineers to develop new equipment programming, improve existing systems, and provide direct support to our manufacturing operations.
What you'll do#
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with existing manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
- Support the modification, testing, and optimization of machine control programs to improve performance and reliability.
- Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to support daily production operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist in the development and implementation of equipment upgrades, process improvements, and automation solutions.
- Analyze equipment performance to identify opportunities to increase efficiency, reliability, and productivity.
- Create, update, and maintain machine, process, and system documentation.
- Participate in troubleshooting activities, root cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.
- Gain hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, controls systems, and industrial automation technologies.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Exposure to programming or scripting languages such as C++, Python, HTML, Java, or PLC programming.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a desire to learn technical systems.
- Ability to learn new software, automation platforms, and manufacturing technologies quickly.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Detail-oriented approach to process optimization.
- Ability to lift, bend, and stretch to reach equipment, use hand tools, and climb ladders and staircases.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: Burnet, Texas.
- Term: Spring 2027 (January through June).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Eligibility: You must be a currently enrolled student and familiar with your university requirements for co-op participation. We do not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.
About Entegris
Entegris provides materials and process solutions for the semiconductor and other high-tech industries. Founded in 1966, the company operates globally with a focus on microcontamination control, chemical handling, and advanced materials. It maintains headquarters in Billerica, Massachusetts. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people across its research, manufacturing, and analytical laboratory sites.
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