Automation Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2026)

Champion Technology Services Inc

houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation, Automation Engineering, Automation System Development, Automation Systems, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Customer Service Evaluation, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, English Language, Expense Management, Financial Projections, Liability Insurance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project Commissioning, Purchasing/Procurement, Robotics, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Testing
LOCATION
houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Overview

The Automation Engineer Co-Op assists and shadows the engineers as they complete the following job functions. The Automation Engineer Co-Op will be required to perform some or all of these job functions as he/she becomes more experience.

Can apply to more than one semester or summer.

Primary Job Functions

  • Project Fulfillment (Technical)

  • Entry level design and development of automation systems within a team.

  • Modifies and maintains automation systems.

  • Tests, troubleshoots and provides solutions to technical problems.

  • Writes computer and automation software and programs as necessary.

  • Contributes to project installation, commissioning, project closure and inspections/reporting.

  • Participate in the following project tasks:

  • Project Kickoff

  • System Design / Procurement

  • Programming / Configuration

  • SAT / Commissioning

  • Close-out Documentation

  • Project Fulfillment (Customer Service/Quality)

  • Contributes to overall compliance and quality of projects.

  • Manages time and expenses within allotted project budget.

  • Provides project level consultancy and client service.

Strong communication skills, especially during sensitive situations.

Key Competencies

  • Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in changing and challenging situations.

  • Demonstrates a passion for the business and its success.

  • Clear and concise verbal and written communication.

  • Demonstrates a focus on customer service and attention to detail.

  • Demonstrates a commitment to continuous personal, peer and process improvement.

  • Fosters positive energy, creativity and teamwork across all departments/locations with a goal of furthering the company values and to support the company mission.

Requirements

  • Presently attending an accredited college or university, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

  • Interest in computer programming, automation controls, robotics or other highly technical systems.

  • Valid driver's license.

  • Reliable personal transportation with valid liability insurance.

  • Fluent in verbal and written English.

  • Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and push, pull and lift 50+lbs for an extended period.

  • Available for after-hours, weekend and holidays.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

About the Company

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Champion Technology Services Inc