Controls Engineering Intern/Co-op

Redwood Materials is seeking an entrepreneurial Controls Engineering intern during the Fall 2025 semester to support our research and development, pilot projects, and commercial scale production operations.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and leading controls projects including instrument selection, electrical design, PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development.
• Assisting with setup, testing, and debugging of instrumentation and control systems for new processing operations.
• Creation of programming and design standards and templates for the controls department.

Desired Qualifications:

• Pursuing a B.S. or advanced degree in chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or another discipline with significant relevant coursework.
• Prior internship or work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience learning or working with PLC’s, HMI’s, motion control, and robotics.
• Ability to read electrical and P&ID schematics.
• Understanding of control loop tuning via PID loops.
• Able to operate autonomously and safely in an industrial setting.
• Self-motivated, hands-on mindset, with a willingness to contribute at all levels.
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standards.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.

Working Conditions:

• Split work environment between office and the production facility.
• Work may involve extended periods of working in the production facility.
• Ability to work in challenging working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods of time.

The location of the internship is in Ridgeville, South Carolina. Interns are responsible for making their own housing and transportation arrangements. Please note that due to the location of our campus, public transit options are limited, and the use of a personal or rented vehicle is recommended.