About the role#
This is a full-time, paid co-op position running from June 2027 through December 2027. You will work in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, on a hybrid schedule. This role requires you to take a semester off from your studies to work full-time, and your university or advisor must approve the co-op arrangement.
What you'll do#
- Analyze electrical circuit designs in current products.
- Test existing products to ensure they meet company requirements.
- Evaluate electrical components and research how replacements can improve product designs.
- Collaborate with component engineering and sourcing teams to develop product resiliency plans.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or advanced degree program at an accredited university, specifically in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Status as a rising junior or senior with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
- Enrollment in at least one semester of coursework remaining after the co-op concludes.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (sponsorship is not available for this role).
- Residency within 50 miles of Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
- Experience with electrical design, schematic capture, and writing lab reports.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment like oscilloscopes and software such as LTSpice, MATLAB, or Python.
- Previous internship or co-op experience.
Location & details#
- Location: Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with expectations to be on-site at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
- Compensation: $20 to $32 per hour.
- Benefits: Includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401k.
About Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation produces industrial automation and manufacturing technology. The company specializes in automation systems, drives, and safety products. Its primary product brands include Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Software. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the firm operates as a public company with over 22,000 employees.
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