Automation Controls Spring Co-op

Found Energy

Boston, Massachusetts

Internship

Posted September 5, 2025

Hydrogen & Fuel Cells

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Job Description

An Automation Controls Co-op role focused on developing and optimizing control systems for hydrogen generation reactors, involving hardware integration, software development, and system testing to support scaling up clean energy technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Develop control systems software for hydrogen generation and reactor scale-up projects
Implement and test control algorithms for real-time system monitoring and response
Integrate control systems with hardware components such as motors, sensors, and actuators
Collaborate with R&D teams to define software and electrical requirements for pilot projects
Perform data analysis to optimize system performance based on test results
Design user interfaces and control dashboards for system monitoring
Support development of communication protocols between subsystems
Maintain and document code repositories and version control systems
Create detailed electrical schematics and cable documentation

Requirements

Pursuing education in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
Familiarity with control system design, real-time systems, or embedded systems coursework or project experience
Experience with programming languages such as Python, C, C++, or MATLAB
Familiarity with PID controllers, PLCs, or other industrial control systems
Experience working with sensors, actuators, and data acquisition systems
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with hardware and chemical engineers
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills

Benefits & Perks

6-month co-op duration with potential extension

Opportunity to work on innovative clean energy technology and scale-up projects

Collaborative environment with hardware and chemical engineers

Development of control systems software and real-time monitoring

Hands-on experience with control algorithms, hardware integration, and electrical schematics

Contributing to climate tech solutions with potential global impact

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