Controls Engineer Intern – Summer 2026 at TechniBlend™ in Waukesha, WI

Summary: TechniBlend is seeking a Controls Engineering Intern to work alongside their Controls Engineering team and gain hands-on experience with automation projects. The intern will assist with PLC and HMI programming, support testing and troubleshooting of control systems, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams. Responsibilities: - Learn and assist with PLC and HMI programming for automated equipment - Support testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of control systems - Review and help maintain control drawings and system documentation - Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams - Gain exposure to industrial automation standards and safety practice - Documentation Required Qualifications: - Students currently enrolled and majoring in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Mechatronics, or related field - Must have completed at least two years of study at an accredited institution - Coursework, labs, projects, or curiosity related to automation or PLC - Interest in hands-on learning and manufacturing environments - Basic understanding of electrical/electronic troubleshooting - Interest in electromechanical systems, electronic testing, and design Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with PLC concepts or automation coursework a plus - Motivated, curious, and eager to learn - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Detail oriented and possess excellent follow up skills - Organized and work well with constant priority changes - Maintain professional behavior and appearance - Dependable, ambitious, passionate Required Skills: PLC programming, HMI programming, Electrical troubleshooting, Control systems documentation, Industrial automation standards Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer