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Controls Engineering Co-Op (Summer 2026)

A good student experience is never hands-off. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in practical experiences throughout their time with us. From the beginning, students are entrusted with specific responsibilities, ensuring they play a significant role in their learning journey. As valued team members, students are also encouraged to share and implement their own ideas, enhancing both their personal growth and the collective success of the team.

 

Description:

  • The main objectives for this term revolve around assisting TX-211 with the daily operations of managing Controls initiatives and driving continual improvement of PLC related topics within the Body Shop.
  • This will be a developmental role where the Coop will spend a large portion of their time learning how to write, read and changing PLC code to support continuous improvement projects related to Controls.
  • Changing PLC code to support SAS revision rollout and cleanup of faults generated by the new SAS revision.
  • TIA training
  • Learn HMI layout and uses.
  • SAS and EPLAN training
  • Review SAS and EPLAN and make changes to eliminate faults.
  • Interaction with Maintenance Associates and Management.

 

Qualifications:

  • Electrical Engineering or Computer Science background
  • Basic Electrical trouble shooting skill
  • Knowledge of PLC coding
  • MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
  • Problem Solving skills
  • Ability to train others
  • Project leadership skills
  • Presentation Skills
  • Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
  • Have enrolled student status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
  • Completed at least 30 credit hours at time of application.
  • Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours / week).
  • Transfer students must have a GPA from current university.
  • MUST ATTACH A COPY OF UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT
  • Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
  • THE WORK TERM DATES ARE May 18th – August 7th, 2026.
  • Must be an enrolled student during all three rotations.  

 

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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