System Engineer Internship
Key Skills
Job Description
Overview
Systems Engineer Interns are responsible for assisting in the design and implementation of customer automation projects, supervised by an experienced engineer. Interns work in teams and take a comprehensive approach to solving problems, learning the details of each project’s mechanical, electrical, and software systems. Interns work directly with our project teams and may also interact with end customers.
About RoviSys
RoviSys is an independent system integrator with year-over-year growth in The Netherlands, Europe, and world-wide. RoviSys provides a variety of information and automation services in many industries globally.
We are seeking individuals that are willing to learn and grow with our team. If you do not meet all the qualifications but still feel that you would be a good fit in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Instrumentation and Electrical Design (20%)
- Create instrument lists by examining piping and instrumentation diagrams
- Compile submittal and procurement documentation for controls and instrument hardware
- Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
- Inspect completed control enclosures
- System Design and Configuration (30%)
- Participate in customer design review meetings
- Assemble development system using project hardware and computers
- Configure user interfaces and HMI screens
- Configure various software, databases, IT equipment, Direct Digital Controllers (DDC), Programable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
- Draft system documentation from templates
- Assist in developing and performing customer demonstrations and acceptance testing
- Onsite System Startup (50%)
- Install project software and configuration onto site systems
- Perform instrumentation and system startup and testing
- Troubleshoot installation discrepancies and program field modifications as required
- Assist with developing training documentation/presentation on operations and maintenance of system
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Professional level English (C1, C2, or Native)
- Pursuing an Engineering Degree (MBO, HBO, MS, or BS)
- Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Computer or Engineering Technology or related degree
Preferred Qualifications
- Entry level Dutch (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, or Native)
- Experience with one or more of the following platforms:Inductive Automation Ignition, or Python Programming
- Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix, PlantPAx, or FactoryTalk
- Emerson DeltaV
- Schneider Electric Modicon PLCs, EcoStruxure, PowerSCADA, Power Monitoring Expert (PME)
- National Instruments LabVIEW
- Siemens S7, PCS7, or WinCC
- Microcontrollers, FPGA, or other embedded systems
- Other: VMWare, Cisco or Fortinet branded software or equipment
- Or similar IT, automation, or MES platform
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in the design, configuration, and implementation of customer automation projects, including electrical design and software setup. They will also perform onsite system startup, testing, and troubleshooting while providing technical support to project teams.
Requirements
Candidates must be pursuing an engineering degree in a relevant field such as mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering. Professional proficiency in English is required, and experience with automation platforms or programming languages is preferred.
About RoviSys
Industry: Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
As one of the world's largest independent systems integrators, RoviSys delivers comprehensive automation, digital transformation, manufacturing execution (MES), Industrial AI, discrete manufacturing, and information solutions that help customers improve performance, increase reliability, and accelerate innovation. Our expertise spans process automation, discrete manufacturing, industrial IT/OT, manufacturing intelligence, data infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise integration. From concept and design through implementation, commissioning, and lifecycle support, we partner with leading organizations across life sciences, food and beverage, chemicals, energy, oil and gas, metals, consumer products, food and beverage, semiconductor, data center, and other critical industries. Our engineers combine deep industry knowledge with practical experience to solve complex operational challenges and deliver measurable business results. What sets RoviSys apart is our commitment to vendor independence, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships. We recommend and integrate the technologies that best fit each customer's objectives, creating scalable solutions that protect investments, deliver measurable ROI, and prepare organizations for the future. RoviSys employs more than 2000 engineers, developers, project managers, and technical specialists serving customers across North America, LATAM, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Our regional offices are supported by global expertise, and we deliver the responsiveness of a local partner with the capabilities of an international automation leader. For more than 35 years, RoviSys has helped manufacturers connect systems, leverage data, modernize operations, and confidently navigate the future of industrial automation.