Manufacturing Controls Engineering Intern

The role

You will support the design, build, and launch of manufacturing lines for new energy storage products. You will work with controls systems, production equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment on the production floor.

What you will do

• Support the design, build, and launch of manufacturing lines for new energy storage products.
• Learn how to develop and test controls systems that combine PLC logic with modern software.
• Gain hands-on experience working with full-scale production equipment during commissioning and ramp-up.
• Assist with troubleshooting and maintaining electro-mechanical equipment on the production floor.
• Participate in supplier design reviews, testing activities, and cross-functional team meetings.
• Contribute to the development of hardware and software standards for future equipment.

Required qualifications

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering (or a related field)
• Coursework or projects involving PLCs, industrial automation, or robotics
• Interest in programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Python, or similar)
• Hands-on skills with common hand tools, diagnostic equipment (e.g., multimeters), or lab projects
• Curiosity, problem-solving skills, and excitement to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice to have

• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or schematic design software

About the company

Base is America’s next-generation power company rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries. The Manufacturing Engineering team owns the interface between a proof of concept and a scalable, profitable product.