Automation Controls Engineering Intern

Archer is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join Archer. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience within the Automation Controls Engineering team.  You’ll  implement several process improvement projects. The projects will involve technical tasks such as improving HMI screens and making supervised changes to a PLC program for the manufacturing lines.  What You’ll Do: Support the design, assembly, and debugging of equipment and small-scale builds, including hardware selection and basic programming. Develop and modify HMI screens using Ignition to improve operator experience and assist with MES interface validation. Assist engineers with the installation, commissioning, and qualification of new high-volume production equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot live production lines and identify areas for process improvement. Create detailed technical documentation including red-lining electrical diagrams, organizing Confluence pages. Participate in design reviews to learn about machine safety, electrical controls, and hardware standardization. What You Need: Sophomore or Junior in Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field. Coursework or project experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff) and understanding of structured logic. Familiarity with HMI/GUI design or Python scripting; prior exposure to Ignition is a strong plus. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and familiarity with CAD tools like AutoCAD Electrical or E-Plan. Academic exposure to robotic programming (Fanuc, Kuka, or ABB) or machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence) is preferred. Basic understanding of SQL databases and how they interact with hardware or data acquisition systems. Strong logical thinking skills and a self-driven, hands-on attitude toward troubleshooting and learning new industrial standards.