Automation & Robotics Engineering Spring Co-op
Johnson & Johnson
August 19, 2026
On-site
Santa Clara, CA
IT
Position Summary
Automation & Robotics Engineering Spring Co-op supporting development, testing, and deployment of automation solutions, mechanized systems, and intelligent manufacturing technologies.
Responsibilities
- Assist in design, development, testing, and deployment of automation and mechanized systems.
- Develop scripts/tools/software to automate engineering and operational workflows.
- Support system integration, validation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Participate in hardware/software testing, verification, and documentation.
- Assist with edge computing and IoT-based solutions for manufacturing/automation.
- Collect, analyze, and visualize data from automated equipment and processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (NPI, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Quality, Operations).
Preferred Projects
- Motion control (robotic/Cartesian), machine vision, automated testing frameworks
- Edge computing/IoT, data analytics/dashboards, AI for automation/manufacturing
- Digital twin/simulation for automation systems
Qualifications (Required)
- Pursuing BS/MS in Robotics/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related.
- Basic programming experience in Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
Preferred
ROS/ROS2, ABB/FANUC/Universal Robots/KUKA; NVIDIA Isaac Sim; OpenCV; PLCs/sensors/actuators/motion control; Power BI; edge/embedded/IoT; control systems/mechatronics.
What the Intern Will Learn
Real-world automation development, deployment/validation, edge/IIoT solutions, machine vision/AI, and data-driven process improvement.
Compensation/Benefits
Expected pay: $27.00–$61.00/hr. Medical benefits (company-sponsored), sick time (up to 40 hrs/yr; up to 56 hrs/yr in WA), and consolidated retirement plan (pension).
Automation & Robotics Engineering Spring Co-op supporting development, testing, and deployment of automation solutions, mechanized systems, and intelligent manufacturing technologies.
Responsibilities
- Assist in design, development, testing, and deployment of automation and mechanized systems.
- Develop scripts/tools/software to automate engineering and operational workflows.
- Support system integration, validation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Participate in hardware/software testing, verification, and documentation.
- Assist with edge computing and IoT-based solutions for manufacturing/automation.
- Collect, analyze, and visualize data from automated equipment and processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (NPI, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Quality, Operations).
Preferred Projects
- Motion control (robotic/Cartesian), machine vision, automated testing frameworks
- Edge computing/IoT, data analytics/dashboards, AI for automation/manufacturing
- Digital twin/simulation for automation systems
Qualifications (Required)
- Pursuing BS/MS in Robotics/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related.
- Basic programming experience in Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
Preferred
ROS/ROS2, ABB/FANUC/Universal Robots/KUKA; NVIDIA Isaac Sim; OpenCV; PLCs/sensors/actuators/motion control; Power BI; edge/embedded/IoT; control systems/mechatronics.
What the Intern Will Learn
Real-world automation development, deployment/validation, edge/IIoT solutions, machine vision/AI, and data-driven process improvement.
Compensation/Benefits
Expected pay: $27.00–$61.00/hr. Medical benefits (company-sponsored), sick time (up to 40 hrs/yr; up to 56 hrs/yr in WA), and consolidated retirement plan (pension).