Co-op, Hardware Development Engineer (May - Dec 2026)

Overview

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As a Hardware Engineering Intern / Co-op for Rockwell Automation, you will have the opportunity to join a dynamic team developing the next generation of new automation control systems. In this position, you will be part of a team initially challenged with the critical role of validating the functionality and performance of the new hardware and ensuring our products meet all functional, regulatory and safety requirements. If you want be part of a team that believes in knowledge sharing, collaboration and is committed to using engineering development practices and technology to overcome any challenges, then Rockwell Automation is the place for you.

This position is for students able to take the spring semester off of school to work full time from May 2026 to December 2026.

Your Responsibilities

• Work on an agile team to design electrical circuits, develop test requirements and execute hardware verification test plans with traceability to product requirements, including board level functional testing, EMC / EMI, Safety Agencies (UL, ATEX, IECEX), Functional Safety (IEC 61508), and Environmental
• Perform programming, analysis, and troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototype
• Contribute to associated product design documentation and test reports
• Take ownership of assignments by understanding expected output, requesting help as needed, and helping teammates as needed
• Build relationships with technical leads and peers to grow your knowledge of the product development lifecycle

The Essentials - You Will Have

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What We Offer

Additional Information

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $22 / hour - $32 / hour. Our benefits for the US can be found here. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

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