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Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Intern
Byrne Dairy
East Syracuse, NY, USA
USD 21-27 / hour
Posted on Mar 31, 2026
Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Intern
Why Byrne
At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and professionalism. Our greatest strength lies in the exceptional talent and dedication of our team members across every part of the organization. We value their contributions and ensure they’re recognized, rewarded, and compensated in ways that reflect their impact and expertise.
Pay and Benefits
- Hourly Range – $21.00 - $27.00 per hour
- Competitive bonus programs
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
- Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employment
- Eligible for 401 (k) with a company match available on day 90 of employment
- Educational Support via tuition reimbursement and scholarship program
Work Shift and Location
6750 Benedict Road W East Syracuse, NY 13057
Monday - Friday
Job Overview
The Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Intern plays a key role in executing assigned Engineer tasks. This includes setting up, operating, cleaning, and troubleshooting production equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist engineers in supporting the daily operation of automation, controls, and process equipment within Byrne facilities.
- Participate in supervised troubleshooting of instrumentation, sensors, and electromechanical systems by collecting data, observing workflows, and documenting findings.
- Perform equipment performance checks, data logging, and root‑cause information gathering to support uptime, quality, and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Support preventive maintenance activities by completing assigned documentation, assisting with calibration tasks, and shadowing controls staff performing hands‑on work.
- Learn PLC, HMI, and SCADA fundamentals and assist with small programming updates, testing, or screen modifications under direct supervision.
- Maintain and update engineering and related project documentation, including change logs, wiring diagrams, device inventories, and system configuration records.
- Assist in tracking equipment performance and generating reports that support operational decision‑making and engineering improvements.
- Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to understand process flows and identify improvement opportunities.
- Adhere to food safety, sanitation, quality, and safety procedures (GMPs, SQF, PPE usage, LOTO standards) while learning safe engineering practices within a regulated environment.
- Participate in an optional capstone project each summer focused on improving a process, workflow, or piece of technology, culminating in a brief presentation to a select group of Byrne leaders.
Min. Qualifications
- Minimum of GED or High School Diploma.
- Relevant technical trade, military training, or technical college coursework/training preferred.
Byrne
Headquartered in LaFayette, Byrne is a Central New York-based dairy company with a legacy spanning over 90 years. Its operations include an extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt, as well as an ESL manufacturing facility in Cortlandville. Byrne also maintains warehouse facilities in Syracuse and East Syracuse, along with a dedicated ice cream center in Syracuse. As a recognized industry leader, Byrne continues to drive innovation at the forefront of dairy processing and product development.