Co-op, Hardware Development Engineer

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

As a Hardware Engineering Intern/Co-op for Rockwell Automation, you will join a dynamic team developing the next-generation of automation control systems. You'll contribute to all stages of hardware product development—from sub-circuit design and integration to functional analysis and regulatory compliance—while building key technical skills in a supportive environment. If you value knowledge sharing, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, Rockwell Automation is the place for you.

This position is full time from January 2027 through July 2027. This role requires students to take off school or use this co‑op in place of their current classes and co‑op must be approved by their university and/or advisor. It is located in Mayfield Heights, Ohio and does not provide relocation assistance.

• Collaborate on an agile team to design electrical circuits, develop test requirements and execute hardware verification testing on new industrial automation products.
• Perform programming, functional analysis, and hands‑on troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes.
• Contribute to associated product design documentation and test reports.
• Participate in technical projects such as researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures.
• Take ownership of assignments by understanding expected output, requesting help, and helping teammates.
• Build relationships with technical leads and peers to grow your knowledge of the product development lifecycle.

• You must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required.
• We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this internship.

• Previous co‑op/intern experience in Hardware Development
• Able to work full‑time from January to July (2027)
• Graduating in December 2027 or later
• Experience using design capture tools, able to understand schematics.
• Basic knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC‑power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs).
• Hands‑on experience with hardware test equipment, including debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Experience developing or using programs for product initialization, debug, or test (C/C++, Python, Ladder).
• Experience working with KiCAD, Eagle, and Altium.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, programmable logic controllers or similar devices.
• Experience performing product certification testing such as testing to meet CE and IEC 61010.
• Met on campus, national recruiting events, a Rockwell Automation‑hosted event, or a targeted recruiting campaign.

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life. To learn more about our benefits package for interns, please visit at

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