Controls Technician Intern

Quanex is looking for a Controls Technician Intern to join our team located in Sioux Falls, SD. The Controls Technician Intern will support the Maintenance team while gaining hands‑on experience in industrial equipment repair, troubleshooting, and automation systems. This internship is designed to develop future technical talent by providing exposure to production machinery, PLC programming, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. We Offer You! Competitive Salary Wellness & Fitness Resources Dynamic Culture & People Training/Development What’s attractive about Controls Technician Intern position? Opportunity to continue a company’s pursuit of a world class safety culture and environmental excellence. We are a community‑minded organization that values collaboration, continuous learning, and employee development. Our culture encourages growth, innovation, and mentorship, providing interns with meaningful opportunities to build skills, contribute ideas, and gain real‑world experience in a supportive team environment. What Success Looks Like: Assist with maintenance and repair requests from manufacturing operations. Support the Manufacturing Engineering team with PLC program improvements and troubleshooting. Help implement wiring upgrades on production equipment to enhance safety and reliability. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by helping organize and optimize the maintenance workspace. Support continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives through improved documentation and process clarity. Your Credentials Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, robotics, manufacturing engineering, or a related field Basic knowledge of electrical systems and industrial electrical theory Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints Familiarity with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and modification Understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures Ability to safely use a multimeter for diagnostics Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety This is a paid, full‑time internship that will be paid hourly. The hourly range for this internship is $20 to $25, and the selected hourly rate will align with the intern’s academic experience. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr