Automation and Controls Engineer Intern

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Develop, modify, and optimize PLC programs using platforms like Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Schneider Electric. 

• Troubleshoot PLC logic issues and perform firmware updates and network communication setup. 

• Design, develop, and integrate HMI and SCADA systems (Ignition, Wonderware or Factory Talk View). 

• Configure data logging, alarms, and remote monitoring features, and work with industrial communication protocols like OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP etc. 

• Interpret and create electrical schematics using software like AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN. 

• Select and integrate electrical components and design industrial control panels ensuring compliance with standards. 

• Configure and troubleshoot VFDs, Servo Drives, and Soft Starters. 

• Implement motor control strategies, including PID tuning and motion control applications. 

• Set up and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks and integrate automation devices into MES and IIoT platforms. 

YOU HAVE:

• Academic Background: Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor’s/master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, Automation and must have completed at least their first year of education. 

• Relevant Experience: Hands-on experience with PLC programming with brands like Allen-Bradley, GE or Schneider Electric.  

• Skills: 

• Knowledge of electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and industrial power systems. 

• Demonstrate full use and application of Engineering standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques. 

• Work under a moderate level of supervision and direction. 

• Possess knowledge and experience in their discipline while continuously acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills. 

• Capabilities to meet physical and environmental requirements: 

• Ability to analyze data and visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) for a manufacturing organization. 

• Collaboration with Information Technology (IT), Operational Excellence (OE), and Manufacturing departments. 

• Perform other tasks as assigned. 

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.