ACS Intern- Spring 2020

<strong>McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.</strong>

Atlanta, GA

McKenney's Inc.

<h4><strong>BUILDING A HIGHER STANDARD<br /></strong></h4> <p><strong><br /> Since 1948, our proven approach has ensured high-quality solutions at every stage of a building. But we know that providing the highest level of services takes the right people and a healthy environment. With this in mind, our focus is to improve the lives of our customers, employees and communities around us through all aspects of what we do.<br /> <br /> Self-performance of all trades, in-house shops and over seven decades of experience have made us the top choice in mechanical contractors, providing highly efficient mechanical systems and a full range of services that meet your unique needs.</strong></p> https://www.mckenneys.com/

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Full-Time

Overview: <div class="col-xs-12 col-sm-12 col-md-8"> <p>McKenney's is looking for an Automation and Controls Intern to join our team and install and program control systems. You will learn, apply and contribute to our innovative controls program and work with various components, including unitary controllers, end devices, network controllers and IOT products/integrations used in our projects. As an intern, you will spend time in the field and do entry-level programming with our programmers. You&rsquo;ll be on the job performing entry-level tasks, making meaningful contributions to our Automation &amp; Control Solutions team.</p> <p>The ideal candidate:</p> <ul> <li>Enjoys and takes pride in their hands-on work</li> <li>Thinks analytically with great organizational skills and attention to detail</li> <li>Appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded</li> <li>Looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job and is ready to be challenged to take on more responsibility</li> </ul> <!--/.button-navigation--></div>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Hands on installation of control systems in a construction environment</li> <li>Develop and debug wire sheet logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable</li> <li>Generate aesthetically simple GUI screens for operational systems</li> </ul>
Requirements: <p><u>Required Qualifications</u></p> <ul> <li>Coursework in analog and digital circuits, control systems, mechanical systems, logic, or programming</li> <li>Must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in one of the following areas: <ul style="list-style-type: circle;"> <li>BS Electrical Engineering</li> <li>BS Mechanical Engineering</li> <li>BS Mechatronics Engineering</li> <li>BS Computer Science/Engineering</li> </ul> </li> <li>Must be able to complete at least one full semester with a preference for interns to be at McKenney&rsquo;s for at least two back-to-back semesters</li> <li>Strong familiarity and use of the Windows PC environment</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines</li> <li>Well organized with meticulous attention to detail</li> <li>Exemplary verbal and written communication skills</li> </ul> <p><u>Preferred Qualifications</u></p> <ul> <li>Strong propensity to build, assemble, fix, modify, and program things</li> <li>Use of common power and hand tools</li> <li>Use of a handheld electrical meter</li> <li>Programming experience in Java, C++, Python, SQL or similar language</li> <li>Exposure to network design</li> <li>Exposure to programming controllers</li> <li>Exposure to mechanical or electrical systems design</li> </ul> <p><u><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in;">Working Conditions and Physical Effort</span></u></p> <ul> <li style="line-height: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in;">Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in;">Work environment involves moderate exposure to construction warehouse hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions</span></li> <li style="line-height: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in;">Moderate physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and extensive sitting. Some walking and standing</span></li> </ul> <br />About McKenney&rsquo;s<br /><br />Building A Higher Standard<br /><br />McKenney&rsquo;s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We&rsquo;ll focus on your development from day one and help you grow in your career through training, unparalleled learning opportunities, support and a dedication to safety. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.<br /><br />Self-performance of all trades, in-house shops and high-quality solutions for every stage of a building have made us the top choice in mechanical contractors, providing highly efficient mechanical systems and a full range of services that meet our customers&rsquo; unique needs.<br /><br /> All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.