Controls Engineer Intern - Summer 2025

You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part of the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. 

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.   

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us.  Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. 

Come build a career you believe in. 

Z Modular, a division of Zekelman Industries, is looking for a Controls Engineer / Welding Engineering Tech Intern to join our team at our facility in either Chandler, AZ, or Killeen, TX. Reporting to the Chassis Build Manager, this intern will support our team of three facility controls engineers. We are seeking a student with a background in either controls/PLC or welding/robotics. This internship offers hands-on training in both controls and welding engineering, preparing the intern for a successful transition into a full-time Controls/Welding Engineering Tech role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the design, development, and implementation of control systems for manufacturing processes.
• Supports the testing and troubleshooting of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and automation equipment.
• Conducts analysis and improvements of process controls to optimize efficiency and performance.
• Collaborates with the engineering team to develop and update electrical schematics, drawings, and documentation.
• Monitors and evaluates equipment performance to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Assists in diagnosing and resolving equipment malfunctions and breakdowns.
• Participates in continuous improvement projects focused on automation and control systems.
• Provides support for system integration and testing of new manufacturing equipment.
• Assists in programming, configuring, and commissioning of control systems for new projects.
• Supports welding process development and validation to ensure weld quality and consistency.
• Assists with the setup, calibration, and maintenance of welding equipment and tooling.
• Performs other duties as they might be assigned.
• Regular, full-time predictable onsite attendance is an essential function of this role.

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion Electromechanical Engineering Technology Degree or Equivalent
• Basic knowledge and experience with Siemens Tia Portal, ABB Rapid Code
• Familiarity with steel design
• Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to travel to Internship Summit, hosted at one of our Zekelman Industries’ locations

PERKS OF INTERNSHIP

• PAID internship experience, offering meaningful, hands-on work
• Opportunity to collaborate with passionate teammates, engage in professional development, and receive regular feedback to support growth
• Participation in company-wide networking events, learning sessions, and intern social activities

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.