Internship Computer Science Opt Jobs in Buffalo, NY

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Onsite- This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Tonawanda on a full-time basis.

The Role:

The Controls Engineer supports manufacturing by troubleshooting electrical and controls-related issues, improving equipment performance, and helping implement reliable control solutions on the plant floor. This role works both independently and with cross-functional teams to support daily operations and continuous improvement activities. This is an off-shift position, and the selected candidate must be willing to work any shift as required.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical and controls problems in manufacturing operations.

• Support the design and modification of electrical control circuits and controls programs.

• Perform engineering support on CNC equipment, automation systems, and robots using standard engineering software and hardware tools.

• Support technical problem solving with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and throughput.

• Help implement new technology and process improvements in manufacturing.

• Contribute to resolution of equipment and process issues with increasing scope and complexity.

• Support and train skilled trades in controls-related troubleshooting and recovery.

• Help maintain and improve electrical controls equipment reliability.

• Support project installation activities with contractors and plant electricians.

• Assist with planning and execution of electrical and controls projects.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field OR 4 years of equivalent technical experience.

• 1+ years of experience in industrial controls, manufacturing automation, or related hands-on technical work. (Relevant co-op, internship, military, skilled trades, or manufacturing experience may be considered).

• Working knowledge of PLC and HMI programming.

• Experience troubleshooting or supporting industrial electrical systems, drives, motors, servos, or VFDs.

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, or Ethernet.

• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Must be willing to work any shift; off-shift support is required.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience supporting robotics, CNC, or automated manufacturing equipment.

• Exposure to Siemens, Rockwell, Fanuc, or similar control platforms.

• Familiarity with industrial vision systems such as Cognex, Keyence, or similar.

• Experience with or exposure to Safety PLCs.

• Experience reading electrical prints, troubleshooting controls hardware, and supporting plant-floor equipment improvements.

Compensation:

• The expected base compensation for this role is: $83,800.00 - $127,300.00 USD Annual. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.