Intern, Controls Engineer

What You Can Expect

ENGIE North America is seeking a Controls Engineering Intern to support industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and operational technology (OT) systems for the University of Iowa utility network. This on-site role at the Madison Street Services Building includes programming support, testing, troubleshooting, CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) updates in Maximo, networking tasks, and ICS security validation.

You'll work closely with the Controls Engineering Team (CET) and collaborate with ICS security and Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) personnel. This position reports directly to the CET Manager.

Work hours are flexible: up to 20 hours/week during academic semesters and up to 40 hours/week during breaks (Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.). No weekend or after-hours work is expected.

This internship offers hands-on experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, ICS/OT operations, reliability engineering, and ICS cybersecurity. It is ideal for students interested in PLC/HMI (Programmable Logic Controller / Human-Machine Interface) programming, automated system design, industrial networking, reliability planning, CMMS workflows, and modern ICS/OT systems.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Support troubleshooting, testing, and documentation of ICS/OT systems.
• Assist in updating control sequences, configurations, and networking components.
• Contribute to ICS cybersecurity testing and control validation.
• Maintain ICS asset records and reliability/maintenance documentation in Maximo.
• Assist with technical documentation and project coordination.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What You'll Bring

• Currently enrolled at the University of Iowa or Kirkwood Community College in a relevant engineering or applied engineering technology program such as Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, or Industrial Maintenance
• Computer Science students may be considered with relevant project or coursework experience.
• No prior professional experience is required.
• Have an interest in control systems, PLCs/HMIs, automation, instrumentation, industrial networking, reliability/asset management, or ICS security.
• Willingness to learn Maximo, IEC 61131 3 programming, and industrial communication protocols.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and safety awareness.

Additional Details

• Interns must be enrolled students in good standing at the commencement of the intern semester.
• On site attendance required (20-40 hours/week, depending on academic schedule).
• Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving record (may involve use of a company vehicle).
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders, lift up to 50 lbs, and wear required PPE.
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Hourly Range: $22.50 - $32.00 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university's Utility System. As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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