Controls and Automation Engineering Intern

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best.Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen's CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

The Controls and Automation Intern will have responsibility working alongside other Controls and Automation Engineers and Process Development Engineers implementing, maintaining, and improving control systems to ensure efficient plant operation. In addition, this role will be involved with creating documentation related to existing control systems.

This position is based at Aspen Aerogels, Inc aerogel manufacturing facility in East Providence, Rhode Island, USA.

How will you do it-

Controls and Automation Intern:

• Will support/lead the execution of automation projects, from concept design to implementation and validation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all C&A activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize control systems and enhance manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics related to automation and control systems, making data-driven decisions to improve overall plant performance.
• Support the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new control systems, equipment, and technologies that align with the plant's long-term vision.
• Initiate and lead project design reviews to ensure P&IDs, instrumentation specs, and other engineering documents meet C&A standards.
• Work with stakeholders and engineering teams to develop Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS), User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Control Narratives, as needed
• Develop training materials and provide training for control system users.
• Participate as required in developing or implementing testing protocols for process optimization, enhancement, and troubleshooting.
• Adopt and follow Aspen's core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer, and Innovation on both a personal and professional level.
• Provide updates to leadership and stakeholders on the progress of C&A initiatives, highlighting successes, challenges, and potential solutions.

Manufacturing Support:

• Work with production, engineering, and maintenance to identify and communicate daily issues, priorities, and production changes.
• Identify automation opportunities that enhance manufacturing processes and efficiency.
• Provide troubleshooting support to isolate problem causes and provide guidance for corrective actions (e.g., controls/graphics, field devices, electrical, IT platforms).
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adopt and follow Aspen's core values -We do the right thing, We are problem solvers, We are allies and We drive forward.

Why you are right for the job-

• General knowledge of and adherence to safety regulations and standards relevant to control and automation systems in hazardous industrial and manufacturing environments.
• Minimum of 2 years towards a 4-year bachelor's degree in an electrical engineering or computer science related discipline.
• General knowledge of:
• DCS platforms: Object and library-oriented software development (IEC61131 languages), graphics engines, ISA-88 compliant batch systems.
• PLC equipment: Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE, AssetCentre, DriveExec.
• Possess communication and interpersonal skills for effective presentation, problem resolution, and interaction with multiple disciplines.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve control system issues efficiently with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure and implement effective solutions.
• General knowledge of project management.
• Proficient with various software packages, i.e. MS Word/Excel/PPT/Teams/Outlook.

Preferences:

• General knowledge of industrial networks and IT infrastructure for process control:
• HART, Ethernet, Ethernet-IP, Sercos, Profibus DP/PA, Profinet
• Virtual environments (VMWare)
• General knowledge of control systems, automation, computer or electrical engineering.
• Experience with/exposure to ABB's 800xA platform is a plus.
• General knowledge Industry 4.0 and integrated-plant concepts/environments
• General knowledge and familiarity with ISA standards.

What to expect-

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15lbs

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERKS OFJOININGOUR TEAM!

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and productive work environment, encouraged work/life and family balance, and opportunities for growth and development, in a culture that is focused on inclusion, sustainability, and working together to solve the world's toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and PTO. In addition, we also offer 401k Employer Match, Life and Disability Insurance, and other benefits.

Expected Compensation: Between $25.00 and $30.00 USD/hour based on experience.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail toabuttitta@aerogel.comor call and leave a voice message at (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.