Overview
Protection & Automation Mechanical Engineering Spring - Summer 2026 Co-Op (North Carolina State University) at Siemens in Wendell, NC. This program is based in Wendell, NC and supports a portfolio of protection and automation products and solutions across the Electrification and Automation division.
What you'll do
- Rotate through PPA teams (typically each summer, fall, and spring) such as Solutions Engineering, Solutions Offers, Customer Solutions & Innovations (CSI), and Global Customer Care (GCC), with exposure to other departments across PPA. Learn each team's day-to-day role while gaining a deeper understanding of the full project lifecycle.
- In Solutions Engineering, assist with configuring protective relays, RTUs, and HMIs, support system testing and troubleshooting, and gain practical experience with AC / DC schematics, wiring diagrams, communication diagrams, and logic diagrams.
- In Solutions Offers, learn how technical scope is translated into engineering hours, costs, and customer proposals.
- In CSI, help standardize solutions and prepare customer-ready designs for execution.
- In GCC, see how projects are supported after delivery, including warranty, issue resolution, and customer case management.
Exposure and learning opportunities
Protection – designing and implementing relay-based systems that safeguard transformers, motors, and substations.Automation – configuring RTUs, HMIs, relays, and communication networks to ensure smooth operation and reliable data exchange.Potential to transition into the full-time Protection & Automation Engineering Development Program (PA EDP), with opportunity to specialize in Protection or Automation.You'll win us over by having the following qualifications
Current undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering at North Carolina State University.Candidates must be enrolled with the NCSU co-op program and cannot graduate prior to September 2026.Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.Located within 50 miles of Wendell, NC as this role does not provide housing or relocation support.Ability to work full-time during the Spring and Summer 2026 semesters. On-site requirement will vary based on team placement, as will expected working hours.About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation and advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce : We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
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