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Archer · 2 weeks ago

Automation Controls Engineering Intern

San Jose, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $35/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, focused on developing sustainable air mobility solutions. They are seeking a motivated intern to join their Automation Controls Engineering team, where the intern will gain hands-on experience by implementing process improvement projects and supporting various technical tasks.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

PLC programmingHMI/GUI designElectrical schematicsCAD toolsSQL databasesRobotic programmingMachine vision systemsPython scriptingLogical thinkingHands-on attitude

Required

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

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