Automation Intern at Audubon Companies in Metairie, LA, 70005

Summary: Audubon Companies is currently seeking an Automation Intern to join their team in Metairie, LA. The Automation Intern will support in-house automation and control systems projects under the mentorship of an Automation Lead Engineer, focusing on various responsibilities including documentation, programming, and testing. Responsibilities: - Support the selection and specification of various Operational Technology (OT) hardware equipment such as switches, firewalls, routers, servers, media converters, and patch panels - Solicit software and hardware quotations from manufacturers and vendors as directed - Participate in jobsite and shop visits as required by project scope - Actively participate in external and internal meetings with clear and professional written and verbal communication - Develop control system logic using various programming languages, including Structured Text, Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Charts, Function Blocks, and Instruction List - Develop custom industrial Human Machine Interface (HMI) graphics across a variety of OEM applications - Gather and record information from client provided documentation, vendor drawings, catalogs, and technical manuals to be utilized in development of software applications - Prepare basic sketches and perform basic engineering calculations for project assignments - Track and maintain awareness of the schedule and budget for assigned project assignments - Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures - Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations - Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor Required Qualifications: - High School Diploma or GED required - Interest in computer programming, industrial control systems, robotics or other highly technical systems - Valid driver's license - Reliable personal transportation - Fluent in verbal and written English - Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and push, pull and lift 50+lbs for an extended period - Available for after-hours, weekend and holidays if required by project scope - Proficiency with computer based work, and ability to learn and work in office productivity software such as Microsoft Office 365 Required Skills: Programming, Industrial Control Systems, Robotics, Human Machine Interface (HMI) Development, Microsoft Office 365, Communication