About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Co-Op position within the Controls Engineering team at Dematic. You will work alongside a project implementation team to support routine engineering planning and execution. This role involves gaining hands-on experience with system design, programming, and field commissioning.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Controls CAD team in developing layout and electrical schematic drawings using Maestro and AutoCAD-E.
- Create Bills of Material and learn to identify appropriate controls components for system designs.
- Gain foundational knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and their programming.
- Travel to North American job sites to assist with equipment and system commissioning.
- Identify and resolve routine technical problems while seeking guidance for more complex issues.
- Participate in professional development sessions and team-based innovation challenges.
What you'll need#
- Must be a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive, self-motivated approach.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar modeling programs is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site at the Dematic office in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- This is a rolling term position.
About KION Group
KION Group operates in the machinery manufacturing industry, focusing on supply chain solutions and industrial trucks. Founded in 2006, the company maintains a global presence with headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany. It employs over 42,000 people across its various brands, including Dematic, Linde Material Handling, and STILL. The firm provides automation technology and equipment for both premium and economy market segments.
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