Automation Intern

Audubon is currently seeking an Automation Intern to join our team in our Metairie, LA Office.  Working under the direct supervision and mentorship of an Automation Lead Engineer, the Automation Intern will support in-house automation and control systems projects, including documentation, meetings, programming, graphics development, industrial networking, and testing.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the selection and specification of various Operational Technology (OT) hardware equipment such as switches, firewalls, routers, servers, media converters, and patch panels.
• Solicit software and hardware quotations from manufacturers and vendors as directed.
• Participate in jobsite and shop visits as required by project scope.
• Actively participate in external and internal meetings with clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Develop control system logic using various programming languages, including Structured Text, Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Charts, Function Blocks, and Instruction List.
• Develop custom industrial Human Machine Interface (HMI) graphics across a variety of OEM applications.
• Gather and record information from client provided documentation, vendor drawings, catalogs, and technical manuals to be utilized in development of software applications.
• Prepare basic sketches and perform basic engineering calculations for project assignments.
• Track and maintain awareness of the schedule and budget for assigned project assignments.
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Interest in computer programming, industrial control systems, robotics or other highly technical systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and push, pull and lift 50+lbs for an extended period.
• Available for after-hours, weekend and holidays if required by project scope.
• Proficiency with computer based work, and ability to learn and work in office productivity software such as Microsoft Office 365

No Recruiters, please!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled