Collaborate with the team to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) objectives, including automation ... Develop and maintain technical documentation in compliance with Automotive SPICE processes
Collaborate with the team to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) objectives, including automation ... Develop and maintain technical documentation in compliance with Automotive SPICE processes
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and IT to improve end-to-end business processes. * Evaluate opportunities to leverage automation, AI, business ...
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and IT to improve end-to-end business processes. * Evaluate opportunities to leverage automation, AI, business ...
Sr. Manager Operational Excellence & Digital Transformation
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$88K - $118K/yr
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and IT to improve end-to-end business processes. * Evaluate opportunities to leverage automation, AI, business ...
Sr. Manager Operational Excellence & Digital Transformation
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$88K - $118K/yr
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and IT to improve end-to-end business processes. * Evaluate opportunities to leverage automation, AI, business ...
Sr. Manager Operational Excellence & Digital Transformation
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$88K - $118K/yr
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and IT to improve end-to-end business processes. * Evaluate opportunities to leverage automation, AI, business ...
Sr. Manager Operational Excellence & Digital Transformation
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$88K - $118K/yr
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and IT to improve end-to-end business processes. * Evaluate opportunities to leverage automation, AI, business ...
Implement orchestration and workflow automation on AWS with retries, backfills, and idempotency ... processes including implementing leading practice workflows, addressing deficits in quality, and ...
Implement orchestration and workflow automation on AWS with retries, backfills, and idempotency ... processes including implementing leading practice workflows, addressing deficits in quality, and ...
CNC Programmer
Merrill, MI · On-site
$22.25 - $30.50/hr
Incumbents prepare process plans, including positioning of carriage and/or tool, rate of feed ... May determine the suitability of a part for automation and may determine the appropriate machine ...
CNC Programmer
Merrill, MI · On-site
$22.25 - $30.50/hr
Incumbents prepare process plans, including positioning of carriage and/or tool, rate of feed ... May determine the suitability of a part for automation and may determine the appropriate machine ...
Applications/Design Manager
Clare, MI · On-site
... Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Installation teams * Manage schedules and resources to deliver projects on time * Drive process improvements, automation, and efficiency ...
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Applications/Design Manager
Clare, MI · On-site
... Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Installation teams * Manage schedules and resources to deliver projects on time * Drive process improvements, automation, and efficiency ...
... processes, and technical solutions. * Navigate complex technical and organizational challenges ... Advance automation across measurement science workflows, including method development, data ...
... processes, and technical solutions. * Navigate complex technical and organizational challenges ... Advance automation across measurement science workflows, including method development, data ...
... processes, and technical solutions. * Navigate complex technical and organizational challenges ... Advance automation across measurement science workflows, including method development, data ...
... processes, and technical solutions. * Navigate complex technical and organizational challenges ... Advance automation across measurement science workflows, including method development, data ...
Applications/Design Manager
Clare, MI · On-site
... Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Installation teams * Manage schedules and resources to deliver projects on time * Drive process improvements, automation, and efficiency ...
Quick apply
Applications/Design Manager
Clare, MI · On-site
... Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Installation teams * Manage schedules and resources to deliver projects on time * Drive process improvements, automation, and efficiency ...
2026 Fall Semester Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities - Qnity E...
Midland, MI · On-site
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
Typical roles in manufacturing, operations, and business span a wide range of exciting and impactful areas, including Manufacturing Technical and Process Engineering, Capital Projects, Automation and ...
2026 Fall Semester Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities - Qnity E...
Midland, MI · On-site
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
Typical roles in manufacturing, operations, and business span a wide range of exciting and impactful areas, including Manufacturing Technical and Process Engineering, Capital Projects, Automation and ...
2026 Fall Semester Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities
$14.25 - $18.50/hr
... Automation and Process Control, Leveraged Engineering, Equipment Reliability and Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Product Quality, and Technical Service. Fall Semester co-ops must be available ...
2026 Fall Semester Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities
$14.25 - $18.50/hr
... Automation and Process Control, Leveraged Engineering, Equipment Reliability and Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Product Quality, and Technical Service. Fall Semester co-ops must be available ...
2026 Fall Semester Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Automation and Process Control, Leveraged Engineering, Equipment Reliability and Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Product Quality, and Technical Service. Fall Semester co-ops must be available ...
2026 Fall Semester Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
... Automation and Process Control, Leveraged Engineering, Equipment Reliability and Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Product Quality, and Technical Service. Fall Semester co-ops must be available ...
2027 Summer Intern & Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities - Qnity...
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
Typical roles in manufacturing, operations, and businessspan a wide range of exciting and impactful areas, including Manufacturing Technical and Process Engineering, Capital Projects, Automation and ...
2027 Summer Intern & Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities - Qnity...
$14.25 - $18.75/hr
Typical roles in manufacturing, operations, and businessspan a wide range of exciting and impactful areas, including Manufacturing Technical and Process Engineering, Capital Projects, Automation and ...
System Test and Validation Lead
Midland, MI · On-site +1
Validate AI/ML-enabled GxP systems and automation testing frameworks, including development of ... Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, engineering, or equivalent ...
System Test and Validation Lead
Midland, MI · On-site +1
Validate AI/ML-enabled GxP systems and automation testing frameworks, including development of ... Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, engineering, or equivalent ...
System Test and Validation Lead
Midland, MI · On-site +1
Validate AI/ML-enabled GxP systems and automation testing frameworks, including development of ... Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, engineering, or equivalent ...
System Test and Validation Lead
Midland, MI · On-site +1
Validate AI/ML-enabled GxP systems and automation testing frameworks, including development of ... Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, engineering, or equivalent ...
System Test and Validation Lead
Midland, MI · On-site +1
Validate AI/ML-enabled GxP systems and automation testing frameworks, including development of ... Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, engineering, or equivalent ...
System Test and Validation Lead
Midland, MI · On-site +1
Validate AI/ML-enabled GxP systems and automation testing frameworks, including development of ... Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, computer science, engineering, or equivalent ...
2027 Spring Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities - Qnity Electronics
$16 - $21.75/hr
Typical roles in manufacturing, operations, and the business span a wide range of exciting and impactful areas, including Manufacturing Technical and Process Engineering, Capital Projects, Automation ...
2027 Spring Co-Op: Chemical, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Opportunities - Qnity Electronics
$16 - $21.75/hr
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Software QA Intern
Mount Pleasant, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $23.25/hr
Collaborate with software developers to resolve issues * Conduct regression testing to ensure ... Experience with test automation is a plus
Software QA Intern
Mount Pleasant, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $23.25/hr
Collaborate with software developers to resolve issues * Conduct regression testing to ensure ... Experience with test automation is a plus
CCS Havel
$18 - $45/hr
Havel is seeking a Controls & Automation Technician to install hardware design and software programming, documenting processes for the Building Management Control Direct Digital Control Systems ...
CCS Havel
$18 - $45/hr
Havel is seeking a Controls & Automation Technician to install hardware design and software programming, documenting processes for the Building Management Control Direct Digital Control Systems ...
Process Automation Engineer information
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What does a process automation engineer do?
What is the difference between Process Automation Engineer vs Control Systems Engineer?
| Aspect | Process Automation Engineer | Control Systems Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Engineering, certifications like PLC or SCADA | Bachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Engineering, similar certifications |
| Work Environment | Industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, automation projects | Design and testing of control systems, industrial automation settings |
| Industry Usage | Manufacturing, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals | Manufacturing, energy, automation industries |
| Job Focus | Developing and maintaining automation processes | Designing and implementing control systems hardware/software |
Process Automation Engineers and Control Systems Engineers often share similar credentials and work environments, focusing on automation within industrial settings. While Process Automation Engineers primarily develop and optimize automation processes, Control Systems Engineers concentrate on designing and implementing control hardware and software. Both roles are essential in manufacturing and energy sectors, with overlapping skills but distinct focuses.
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Re-posted 22 days ago
Nexteer Automotive rating
6.4
Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
414th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers
Job description
The Student Program at Nexteer Automotive offers highpotential students meaningful opportunities to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while gaining handson experience and valuable industry exposure. Learn more about our student program and career opportunities at Nexteer by visiting www.nexteer.com/careers.
Job Responsibilities:
This is a Student Co-op position located in Saginaw, MI. This position supports software development and verification activities of the Customer Feature Team. This role provides hands-on experience contributing to embedded software for Electronic Power Steering (EPS), Steer-by-Wire, and other advanced automotive systems.
Responsibilities include:
- Support embedded software feature development spanning multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical systems, electrical hardware, software, and controls for Electronic Power Steering and Steer-by-Wire systems
- Assist in implementing and maintaining embedded software functions that meet customer and system requirements
- Assist in designing, implementing, and unit testing embedded software using C and model-based development techniques, including Simulink and Simulink Embedded Coder, for automotive microcontrollers
- Develop productivity and efficiency improvement solutions for the Customer Feature Team by creating scripts (e.g., Python, MATLAB, SQL, Groovy, etc.)
- Collaborate with the team to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) objectives, including automation and AIenabled engineering workflows
- Support debugging, analysis, and resolution of hardware/software integration issues
- Develop and maintain technical documentation in compliance with Automotive SPICE processes
- Participate in software and design reviews and collaborate with verification teams across SiL, PiL, HiL, and vehiclelevel testing to evaluate new software features.
Requirements:
- Candidate must be attending a 4-year university local to Saginaw
- Candidate must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
- Candidate must be able to work 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters
- Up to 40 in the summer
- Must have cumulative 2.7 GPA on 4.0 scale
- Must be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semesters
- Candidate must have an interest in embedded software, control systems, and automotive applications
- Candidate must have exposure to or interest in structured programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, Java, etc.)
- Candidate must have exposure to or interest in model-based design (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, Unreal Engine, etc.)
- Candidate must have exposure to or interest in embedded systems and 8bit, 16bit, or 32bit microcontrollers
- Candidate must have strong analytical and problemsolving skills
- Candidate must have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, teamoriented environment
- Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
- Candidate must have excellent communication, documentation Skills and attention to detail
This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Nexteer as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women
Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.
Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please email careers@nexteer.com. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need an accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.
About Nexteer
Nexteer Automotive is a global leader in advanced steering and motion control systems, enabling intuitive, safe, and comfortable mobility for drivers around the world. Our innovative product portfolio includes Electric Power Steering (EPS), Steer-by-Wire, Driveline, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies that support electrification, software-defined vehicles, and autonomous driving.
With approximately 13,000 employees and operations in more than 20 manufacturing plants and multiple technical centers globally, Nexteer partners with nearly every major global and regional automotive manufacturer.
Employment Agencies
Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Nexteer Automotive or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed Nexteer Automotive Agency Agreement on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered Nexteer Automotive property and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.
Please note, agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by a member of Nexteer's Human Resources team. No other Nexteer employee is authorized to bind Nexteer to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an agency.
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Industry
Motor vehicle manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Auburn Hills, MI, US
Year founded
1906