Electrical Controls Engineering Co-op - 2027

Johnsonville Location: Tech Center

 Johnsonville will place you, as an intern or co-op student, into a fun and challenging position where you can make real contributions to real projects, applying your knowledge and creativity. In addition to hands-on experience in your field, you’ll have the chance to work with Members from a variety of functional areas, in a team-based work environment and a culture that celebrates growth and learning. We value the enthusiasm, fresh ideas and desire to learn and grow that you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll have a one-of-a-kind experience at Johnsonville and be able to say you helped make a real difference at a great, global company.

Position Overview

Johnsonville, LLC has an exciting opportunity for an 8-month Electrical/Controls Engineer Co-op in 2027. The successful candidate for the Electrical Controls Co-op position will become an integral member of the Johnsonville Engineering Team, which provides solutions viewed as World Class in the food industry!  We have opportunities starting on January 4, 2027, or May 24, 2027.

Responsibilities

This is a great opportunity to:

• Learn to lead and contribute to the success of great projects that will benefit the safety, quality and efficiency at various production locations.
• Gain experience in a company that is a world leader in food engineering from robotics, control systems, and software development.
• Stretch professionally and personally every day and put your knowledge to use!
• Learn and apply creative “out of the box” problem solving techniques.
• Gain grass roots experience and learn the engineering behind manufacturing.

Responsibilities and Project Opportunities:

• Apply engineering skills while leading/supporting projects geared to improve human safety, food safety, quality, capacity expansion, and productivity.
• Learn aspects of the sausage/meat business.
• Develop Project Vision, Objective(s), Scope, Timelines and Deliverables.
• Assist project automation and design engineers with new project implementations.
• Work with cross-functional project teams supporting customers of the engineering team.
• Learn how ideas go from concept to implementation in a manufacturing environment.

Education

• Candidate must currently be working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Control Systems or a related field. Junior or senior status preferred.
• Minimum 2.70 overall GPA and a 3.0 GPA in their core concentration required.

Experience

• Previous work experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project (AutoCAD or Solidworks is a plus.)
• Experience with one or more programming languages such as C++, Java, Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, or PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic).
• Demonstrated programming experience through coursework, personal projects, internships, research, or previous employment.

Skills

• Motivated to exchange knowledge and propose creative, innovative ideas in the daily interactions of all teams
• Perseverance and determination to drive for excellence in all aspects of project management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Desire to work on cross-functional teams, work independently and seek help when appropriate.
• Able to maintain accurate and complete project records.
• Readiness to submerge in Johnsonville’s culture of continuous learning, growth and contribution.

Other Requirements

• Travel: Willing to travel to other Johnsonville facilities and work offshift hours is required
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits and Compensation

Johnsonville offers access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. 

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage.  Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong.  We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries.  We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally.  We call it The Johnsonville Way.  It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. 

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.