Winter Co-op - Mechanical Engineering

Job Overview

Winter 2027 Co-op - Mechanical Engineering

As a Winter 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be a key part of the team that will install a new packaging line in our Knoxville, TN facility. This Co-op will experience the entire life cycle of a machine installation, from delivery of equipment to installation to startup/commissioning. This Co-op will gain experience working with various vendors (machine, mechanical, electrical, piping etc.),

plant engineering, maintenance, operations, safety and quality.

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

• The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4th – May 21st, 2027
• Location:
  
  Knoxville, Tennessee
• Full-time; 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00am until 5:00pm
• Onsite – mostly on the manufacturing floor.

• Be a key point of contact for vendors and Knoxville plant personnel
• Lead project execution
• Work on various mechanical engineering tasks including review/modification of CAD drawings, review and sizing of utilities, review and participation in rigging and lifting, review and participation in the startup and commissioning plan
• Travel to other Keurig sites, specifically Spartanburg, SC. Travel will occur mostly during Jan/Feb

• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
• Receive mentor support for your professional development
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department,and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business

• $31/hour
• Paid bi-weekly
• $5,000 sign on bonus pay, paid within first 30 days of employment

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes
• Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• CAD and/or Solid Works and 3D printing experience a plus.

Please Note:

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

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Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®.

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