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Automation Engineer Intern

Peak Energy
Location
Burlingame, CA
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Manufacturing Engineering
Salary
$30–$35
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls/Automation Engineering, or a related engineering field
  • Foundational knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HMI design principles
  • Hands-on experience building, testing, troubleshooting, or modifying automation or control systems
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Clear communicator who works well in cross-functional teams
  • Available to work onsite in Burlingame, CA for a 3-, 6-, or 9-month internship term
Nice to have
  • Exposure to industrial automation platforms (e.g., Beckhoff TwinCAT, Allen-Bradley, or Siemens)
  • Familiarity with data acquisition or historian platforms, such as Ignition by Inductive Automation
  • Previous automation, controls, or manufacturing engineering internship or project experience
  • Basic understanding of environmental and safety regulations relevant to controls and automation in manufacturing
  • Eagerness to adapt to new technologies and grow technical skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What the job really is

As an Automation Engineering Intern at Peak Energy, you will support the Manufacturing Engineering team in automating Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing. Your day-to-day tasks will involve programming and troubleshooting PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, collaborating with senior engineers on real automation projects, and contributing to the documentation and maintenance of control systems. This hands-on internship offers a chance to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits
  • Compensation of $30–$35/hour
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge energy storage technology
  • Mentorship from experienced controls and automation engineers
Things to weigh
  • Internship duration options are limited to 3, 6, or 9 months
  • No remote work mentioned, must be onsite in Burlingame, CA
  • The role may involve troubleshooting and maintenance, which can be less glamorous than development work
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