Electrical Engineer Intern (Fall 2026)
Job Location:
Cincinnati, OH - USA
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Job Summary
Job Details
Division: River Metals Recycling LLC
Location: Cincinnati OH United States
Address: 300 Pike St Cincinnati OH 45202
Other Available Locations: N/A
Compensation: $26.30-$30.45/hr
About Nucor
Welcome to Nucor where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North Americas largest steel and steel products manufacturer offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continents largest recycler. Our vibrant culture built on personal connections and teamwork empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety efficiency and meaningful personal connections define every day enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical Dental Vision and Disability Insurance 401K and Roth accounts Profit sharing Pay-for-performance bonuses Paid parental leave Tuition reimbursement Stock program Scholarships and more.
What Youll Do:
The Electrical Engineering Co-Op will support controls engineering initiatives across multiple scrap metal recycling facilities.
Controls System Design & Programming
- Utilize Rockwell Software to design upgrade or convert existing Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) programs.
- Support the design development testing and documentation of industrial control and information systems to meet operational requirements.
Project Support & Implementation
- Assist with defining system requirements conducting field surveys and supporting installation checkout and commissioning activities.
- Work closely with the controls engineering team to execute projects that support production facilities.
- Travel to in- and out-of-state facilities to support inspections and project implementation.
Technical Development & Field Support
- Build foundational skills in computer-aided drafting hardware and software design and software development and testing techniques.
- Support system installation and troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
- Participate in ongoing learning and application of controls engineering best practices and safety standards.
What Were Looking For:
Required:
- Actively pursuing a Bachelors or technical degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Strong MS Excel and PC configuration skills.
- Ability to build relationships collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
- Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel as required.
- Comfortable working in an industrial environment including outdoor exposure and varying weather conditions.
Preferred:
- Experience with PLC and HMI systems.
- Previous internship or hands-on experience in controls electrical or industrial systems environments.
Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.
Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Nucor Corporation is the safest, highest quality, lowest cost, most productive and most profitable steel and steel products company in the world.
