Automation Engineer Intern

Buffalo, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Every day we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues partners customers and society. Together were pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas including energy food water and shipping.

As we push forward the innovative open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So as we shape a more resourceful less wasteful world we build our careers too.

About the job
Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager the Automation Engineer Intern supports the Engineering & Supply Food Systems (FOS) group and will gain handson experience across multiple engineering disciplines including Electrical Automation Mechanical and Process.

This internship offers the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge develop leadership skills and contribute to meaningful improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology.

This role is based in Buffalo NY.

As a part of the team you will:

Assist organize and facilitate improvement initiatives within the Alfa Laval C2 global continuous improvement system.
Learn about Alfa Laval products supply chains and engineering disciplines gaining exposure to realworld challenges and crossfunctional collaboration.
Document meeting minutes identify deliverables and deadlines follow up with team members and help drive small to medium initiatives to completion.
Network and collaborate with engineers across disciplines supporting their improvement activities and learning from experienced professionals.
File completed initiatives and documentation in the C2 global continuous improvement system to support organizational learning and standardization.
Support Automation Electrical Mechanical and Process Engineering teams with daily tasks under the guidance of skilled E&S FOS team members.

What You Know

You are a college student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering and you bring:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with PC tools including presentations Excel Adobe Connect and Teams
Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar software (a plus)
Ability to collaborate effectively with crossdisciplinary engineering teams
Interest in automation process improvement and multidisciplinary engineering work
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Curiosity initiative and a willingness to learn new tools systems and methodologies
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple shortterm tasks in a fastpaced environment
Capability to work independently while seeking guidance when needed
Ability to synthesize technical information from multiple sources
Strong technical problemsolving skills
Positive customerfocused mindset

We care about diversity inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidates fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

Whats in it for you

At Alfa Laval we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your compensation. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family background skills and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The hourly rate for this role is $26.50 USD per hour.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit or business need without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

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Required Experience:

Intern

This internship offers the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge develop leadership skills and contribute to meaningful improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology.

This role is based in Buffalo NY.

As a part of the team you will:

Assist organize and facilitate improvement initiatives within the Alfa Laval C2 global continuous improvement system.
Learn about Alfa Laval products supply chains and engineering disciplines gaining exposure to realworld challenges and crossfunctional collaboration.
Document meeting minutes identify deliverables and deadlines follow up with team members and help drive small to medium initiatives to completion.
Network and collaborate with engineers across disciplines supporting their improvement activities and learning from experienced professionals.
File completed initiatives and documentation in the C2 global continuous improvement system to support organizational learning and standardization.
Support Automation Electrical Mechanical and Process Engineering teams with daily tasks under the guidance of skilled E&S FOS team members.

What You Know

You are a college student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering and you bring:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with PC tools including presentations Excel Adobe Connect and Teams
Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar software (a plus)
Ability to collaborate effectively with crossdisciplinary engineering teams
Interest in automation process improvement and multidisciplinary engineering work
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Curiosity initiative and a willingness to learn new tools systems and methodologies
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple shortterm tasks in a fastpaced environment
Capability to work independently while seeking guidance when needed
Ability to synthesize technical information from multiple sources
Strong technical problemsolving skills
Positive customerfocused mindset