Sustaining Engineer Co-Op

We feel proud every day about what we do. We’re all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support – it’s to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet’s most valuable resource.

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world.

We areat the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.

We are seeking a motivated engineering student interested in product design and development. The Sustaining Engineer Co-Op will support the Product Engineering Team in developing new products and enhancing existing products through design, testing, analysis, and documentation activities.

• Assist in the design and development of new products and product improvements.
• Create and update engineering documentation, including CAD models, drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
• Support engineering analyses to evaluate product concepts, performance, and feasibility.
• Participate in product testing and validation activities, including data collection and documentation of results.
• Assist with comparative product testing and evaluation.
• Utilize 3D CAD software to develop and revise product designs.
• Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software to simulate product performance
• Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) initiatives.
• Organize engineering data, test results, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Product Management teams.
• Assist engineering staff with technical problem-solving and project execution.

• Gain hands-on experience in product design and development within a manufacturing environment.
• Learn how engineering concepts progress from design through testing, validation, and production.
• Develop proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and engineering documentation.
• Participate in laboratory testing and product performance evaluation.
• Gain exposure to Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Exposure to design for forging, casting, stamping, metal and plastic injection molding processes.
• Learn how cross-functional teams collaborate to bring products to market.
• Visit manufacturing facilities and observe production processes.
• Build project management, communication, and professional networking skills.
• Shadow experienced engineers to understand day-to‑day engineering activities and project execution.

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering design principles and product development processes.
• Experience with 3D CAD software;
  Autodesk Inventor experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Interest in product design, manufacturing, and water technologies.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future.