Electrical/ Automation Engineering Co-Op

We are Graham Packaging:

At Graham Packaging, our people drive packaging innovation for some of the most influential consumer brands in the world. To work with big brands, you need to be on the cutting edge, constantly reinventing the future and always willing to change.

Since our beginnings, this dynamic environment has forged a culture where you don't need to wonder where your next opportunity will come from -- the opportunities are all around you. All you have to do is take them.

With a global footprint of 100+ facilities across 16 countries and a committed team 7,000 strong, Graham Packaging offers you the ability to learn, the ability to grow and the ability to make your mark in a company that rewards doers, innovators and collaborators.

What you can expect:

In this position you will develop good project organizational skills by supporting all aspects of an electrical engineering project. You will work alongside a senior automation engineer developing control systems for high speed proprietary packaging equipment contributing to such things as:

• Generating bill of materials
• Ordering/receiving parts associated with BOM
• Generating electrical schematics using AutoCAD
• Assembly of electrical panels and wiring harnesses
• Setting up and configuring industrial PC’s’ and PLC’s
• Developing/modifying logic
• Hands-on experience retrofitting blow molding machinery in the field

Goal of Program:

• Enhance technical understanding of control systems in a high speed packaging environment
• Experience in managing an electrical engineering project
• Technical understanding of electrical schematics
• Thorough understanding of panel building and control system retrofits
• Learn industry electrical standards such as NEC, NFPA70E, and UL508A
• Understand efficient processes and machine reliability

Example Projects:

• Retrofitting Automation Direct PLC’s on Graham extrusion blow molder with a Beckhoff control system and GPC proprietary logic.
• Installing instrumentation on an extrusion blow molder necessary for statistical process control
• Installing conveyor/line control systems on new production lines
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Qualifications/Requirements

What we’re looking for:

• Level: Advanced Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Electrical/Computer Engineering (all non-graduating)
• Basic knowledge of packaging materials, package manufacturing processes, and distribution systems
• Capable of working in both individual and team settings
• Seeking highly energetic, creative, and motivated individuals
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications - Each candidate is expected to:

• Graduate with Bachelor’s degree within one (2) year of Co-Op completion.
• Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future work authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.
• Pass a drug screen and background investigation