Automation Engineering Co-Op

PARKER CHOMERICS is a global supplier of EMI shielding, thermal interface materials, plastics and optical products. We offer a worldwide network of applications engineering support, manufacturing facilities, and sales offices. With stocking and fabrication on five continents, our products are available anytime, anywhere.
With Headquarters in Woburn, MA, Parker Chomerics is part of a global Fortune 250 company but has a small company feel. We thrive on high performance teams that are empowered to make decisions on both a big and small scale. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our employees by establishing an inclusive, caring and friendly work environment. We encourage the continued education and skill development of our teams and offer advancement opportunities at a global division. If you're looking for a fast paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, look no further.

Candidates in the technical fields of science, engineering, or physics will apply newly acquired knowledge to technical assignments and gain valuable, hands-on experience for their future careers. Project assignments include process design, process automation, commercial scale-up, and process optimization. Candidates will be paired with a mentor who will provide technical guidance for accomplishing the project objectives. Candidates will be required to present project updates to the team and staff. Candidates will gain experience across the breadth of Parker products, internal processes and systems, and technical customer requirements. Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

1. Performs assignments designed to develop professional working knowledge and abilities that may include cross-functional experience. Assignments are at a professional level and are vital to the progress of Parker's R&D roadmap.
2. Actively acquires on-the-job training and knowledge of specialized scientific or engineering principles and techniques required for Parker products.
3. Performs a variety of technical assignments to provide experience and familiarization with the technical or engineering staff, methods, practices, and programs of the company.
4. The candidate will gain experience with all aspects of the design and build of process automation such as programming of robots, visual inspection equipment, CAD drawing, PLC, wiring, etc.
5. Assists team members to accomplish their project assignments by completing specific analysis or well-defined portions of the overall assignment. Will gain experience with project management techniques and participates in design or similar program reviews.
6. Attends internal trainings/meetings and applies in work assignments. Learns to apply methods, measurements, and techniques for continuous improvement.
7. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include participation with a cross-functional project team.

1. Currently enrolled in, or completed degree in related field, such as: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Automation Engineering. Candidate shall have completed sophomore year with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
2. Fundamental understanding of safe laboratory practices for product development and characterization.
3. Fundamental understanding of statistical analysis.
4. Ability to work effectively on a variety of scientific, engineering, and manufacturing assignments.
5. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
6. Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team member.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $20/hr to $24/hr
• No benefit plan eligibility

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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