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Controls Engineer - Co-Op

Dematic

Grand Rapids, MIFull-timePosted 2w agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Role Type
Co-op
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Dematic is seeking a student to join its Controls Engineering team through its Co-Op Program. The co-op will support engineering planning and project implementation, assist with layout and electrical schematic drawings and bills of material, and learn about controls components and PLC programming. The role is based at Dematic’s Grand Rapids office and may involve travel to North American job sites for equipment and systems commissioning.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Maestro, nice to haveAutoCAD-E, nice to haveBill of Materials Preparation, nice to haveControls Components, nice to havePLC Programming, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to haveInterpersonal Communication, nice to haveMicrosoft Office, nice to haveAutoCAD, nice to haveModeling Programs, nice to haveEngineering Concepts, nice to haveAdministration Concepts, nice to haveProactivity, nice to haveDiligence, nice to haveSelf-Motivation, nice to have

Qualifications

Full-Time Student, requiredElectrical Engineering Degree, required

Full job description

Dematic is looking to build upon our Co-Op Program and bring on a student for our Controls Engineering team! We offer: Job Duties:

Provides assistance in routine planning and execution of Engineering activities:

  • Will be assigned a project implementation team to work with.

  • Working with the Controls CAD team, assist in the development of Layout and Electrical Schematic Drawings using Maestro and Autocad-E.

  • Assist in the preparation of Bill of Material creation.

  • Gain familiarity with the various controls components used in the system design and where to place them on the layouts and schematics.

  • Learn the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and how to program them.

  • Travel to North American job-sites to assist with commissioning equipment/systems.

  • Seeks advice and guidance on nonroutine or problem areas from others.

  • Identifies problems as they occur and takes appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is not difficult or complex.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Innovative Thinkers: Individuals who dare to think boldly and are not afraid to challenge the status quo.

  • Extraordinary Teammates: Individuals ready to learn from and contribute to a diverse team.

  • Self-Starters: Candidates who are committed to personal growth and continuous learning.

  • Future Leaders: Individuals who seek to build a career that goes beyond a regular job and is driven by their passion.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Qualifications:

  • You must be a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university.

  • Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.

  • Able to work from Dematic office in Grand Rapids, MI.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Interested in working in collaborative teams.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Demonstrates a basic knowledge of professional principles and skills.

  • Effectively uses fundamental concepts and procedures of Engineering and Administration.

  • Proficient at Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

  • Proactive, diligent, self-motivated.

  • Experience or familiarity with AutoCAD or modeling program is preferred.

  • Participate in various Future Talent Programming events, such as weekly professional development sessions, a team-based innovation challenge and endless development opportunities.

How this job compares

Set against the 7,071 open Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Michigan median$104–166K/yr55 salary ranges
  • Michigan median$23–29/hr29 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 155 open Engineering jobs in Michigan and 7,071 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Michigan
Experience
Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 10 years (4,858 postings).
Education
3,582 of the 7,071 open Engineering jobs (51%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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