AutomationControls Engineering Co-Op Spring 2027

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but dont meet every bullet point we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth were looking to add an Automation/Controls Engineering Co-Op located in our Libertyville IL site.

Reporting to Process & Automation Engineering Team the student will support PLC-based automation systems for molding coiling and buffer integration while collaborating and working alongside Engineers and cross-functional teams.

What a typical day looks like:

• Assist with PLC testing and troubleshooting
• Support FAT/SAT preparation and execution
• Assist with sensor actuator and HMI troubleshooting
• Support automation documentation and architecture reviews
• Assist with buffer timing logic validation and system re-testing
• Attend team meetings to support project work as needed

Student qualities were seeking for this Co-Op assignment:

• Currently enrolled BS student pursuing degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics or Automation Engineering major
• Basic PLC knowledge
• Understanding of industrial sensors actuators and HMIs
• Ability to read electrical schematics and understand control panels
• Basic knowledge of automation architecture and timing/sequence logic
• Understanding of FAT/SAT testing and system validation concepts
• Strong troubleshooting documentation and teamwork skills
• Previous manufacturing floor internship/co-op experience a plus!

Co-Op Program Requirements:

• Ability to work 40 hours/week (in person) during the Spring 2027 co-op assignment
• Currently enrolled in 4-year accredited university
• 3.0 GPA

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start DateJob Posting End Date

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related non-discriminatory criteria including but not limited to experience qualifications geographic location education external market data and internal equity.

Pay Range $20 - $34Hourly

Intern

Relocation:Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available

No

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