Electrical Engineering Co-Op/Intern - Starting May 2024
Work Type: Co-op – Fulltime (M-F)
Locations: Neenah, WI, Beech Island, SC, Chester, PA, Jenks, OK, Loudon, TN, Owensboro, KY, New Milford, CT, LaGrange, GA, Corinth, MS; Maumelle, AR
Dates: Summer/Fall 2024 or Fall 2024
At Kimberly-Clark, you will be part of the best teams committed to driving innovation and growth. We’ve invented new product categories and built an +$18 billion global business behind top brands such as Kleenex®, Scott®, Huggies® and U by Kotex®. We are founded on 150+ years of market leadership and we are always looking for new and better ways to perform—so what can you do with that? There is no time like the present to make an impact at Kimberly-Clark. Learn
more and apply at CareersAtKC.com
Job Overview
Electrical Engineering Co-ops typically will experience problem analysis, design, installation, and start-up phases for our projects. Our co-ops have an opportunity to apply their technical training in an industrial environment or working with automated manufacturing control equipment. This equipment includes programmable logic controllers (PLC’s), analog and digital motor controllers, and discrete control hardware. Our students develop a broad understanding of electrical engineering practices necessary to support high speed automated manufacturing process. Opportunities exist in research offices, manufacturing facilities, and within various business groups.
Job Accountabilities
Produce detail for design and development assignments. Develop knowledge and skills of/for engineering detail. Carry out job responsibilities in a safe manner. Maintain security and documentation. Assist in development of solutions and alternatives to assigned problems/opportunities. Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected. Strong oral and written communication skills are imperative. Understanding of basic statistics and computer usage experience is desirable.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
While it is important that engineering co-ops eventually gain experience in all areas listed for their function below, the knowledge and skills areas in bold lettering are considered to be key.
- General electrical equipment/systems/controls
- Routine drafting and design
- Problem solving methodology
- Assimilate and understand technical information
- Engineering work systems: computers, CAD
- Design communications
- Field experience
- Systems – machine, electrical, process
- Corporation policies and procedures
- Quality
- Role of other K-C functions/interactions
- K-C design standards
- Electrical Lineshaft Integration / Motion Control
- Process Control (Analog and Digital)
- Temperature / Pressure Control
- Production reporting / MES / SAP
- Operator Interfaces
- Product Inspection
Qualifications: GPA: 3.0 cumulative or higher and completion of 1-1/2 years of college courses. Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Work Term Definitions:
Spring: January- May
Spring/Summer: January - May
Summer-Fall: May to mid –December
Fall: September – December