Co-op Mechatronics Engineering - Summer

Co‑op Mechatronics Engineering – Summer 2026

Location:

Troy, MI, US 48083

Job Requisition

Co‑op opportunity to gain engineering experience and contribute to motion technology development.

• Competitive wages
• 3 paid vacation days per work term
• Paid holidays & vacation
• 401K match up to 6%
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Continuous learning opportunities through in‑person, hybrid, and virtual training opportunities

• Assigned an engineering project aligned with current R&D initiatives within the Engine or Chassis departments, collaborating closely with the engineering team.
• Support hardware architecture design, including component sizing and selection, contributing to development and/or validation of complex mechatronic systems (e.g., selection of micro‑processors, sensors, actuators, DAQ devices, signal processing circuits for HiL test environments).
• Perform data analysis to support system characterization/modeling, continuous improvement, calibration, triage, and validation activities.
• Develop, architect, design, implement, validate, and parameterize algorithms to enable intended system function in coordination with stakeholder and application requirements.
• Effectively communicate with cross‑functional teams to complete assigned tasks.
• Work independently, responsibly, and open to instruction.
• Gain developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job rotation, hands‑on training, and exposure to Schaeffler’s technological processes.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Extremely self‑motivated and driven to achieve results.
• Assertive problem‑solving approach.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, and lift and move thirty pounds.
• Participation in SAE collegiate competition teams (Formula, Baja, etc.) preferred.
• 3D CAD modeling and software proficiency preferred.
• Mechanical hobbyist preferred.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.