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Controls & IT College Co-Op
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Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, 46801, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
American Axle & Manufacturing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Controls & IT College Co-Op
Job Description Summary
The Controls & IT Co-Op will support both the Controls Engineering and Information Technology in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on experience in automation systems, industrial controls, and IT infrastructure while contributing to continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and system optimization initiatives.
Job Description:
Controls / Automation Support
* Assist in troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and automated equipment (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
* Support machine uptime by helping diagnose electrical and controls-related issues
* Participate in PLC programming updates and documentation
* Assist with robot programming and troubleshooting
* Support preventative maintenance activities on automated systems
* Help implement continuous improvement and process optimization projects
* All other duties as assigned
IT Support
* Provide support for shop floor for PCs, printers, scanners, label machines, radios, etc.
* Assist with network troubleshooting for connectivity, IP configurations, etc.
* Support user account management for all team member to also include permissions, access.
* Help maintain IT documentation, asset tracking, and system backups
* Assist with software installations, updates, and cybersecurity best practices, and IT4.
* All other duties as required.
Required Skills and Education
* Enrolled fulltime in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
* Graduation date of May 2027 or later
* Available to work a minimum 25 hours each week year-round
* Minimum 3.0 GPA
* Basic understanding of PLCs and industrial automation
* Familiarity with electrical systems and schematics
* Knowledge of networking fundamentals
* Experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite
About AAM:
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we're Bringing the Future Faster at
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.
For the Disabled Job Seeker:
We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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