Engineering Co-op; Disciplines

Company / Location Information

We're seeking motivated and talented Engineering Co-op students to join our team in Milwaukee, WI. This position provides hands-on experience working alongside skilled and highly educated engineers on meaningful projects that support our research teams, as well as product development, manufacturing, and any other areas of the company in need of support.

If you're looking to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world engineering environment while developing technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industry experience and make a meaningful impact.

• Gain hands-on engineering experience in a lab-based position
• Work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals
• Support projects that have direct impacts on the way the business does testing
• Learn the methods of engineering in testing, research, product development, quality, and process improvement
• Develop technical, analytical, and professional skills
• Receive mentorship and career development support
• Build your professional network while contributing to meaningful projects

This co-op position requires completion of three working terms. While students may complete two consecutive terms, only one back to back term is allowed during their co-op experience. The program is not designed for Summer-only participation. To meet program requirements, students must complete at least one Spring or Fall term in addition to any Summer term(s).

Assignments will be based on business needs, educational background, individual skills, and areas of interest. The disciplines we support include Water Chemistry, Biological Testing, Materials Science, Electronics and Sensors, and Thermal Mechanical. Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting engineering projects from concept through implementation
• Assisting with product and process design improvements
• Conducting testing, data collection, and analysis
• Creating and updating engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting manufacturing process optimization efforts
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges
• Assisting with quality investigations and corrective actions
• Analyzing production and quality data to identify improvement opportunities
• Presenting project updates and recommendations to engineering and operations team

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Engineering program
• Junior standing or higher (will discuss possible earlier start with experience)
• Pursuing a degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Materials Engineering
  • Chemical or biological sciences
  • Or a related Engineering field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• A desire to seek new information
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, or statistical tools

Some College

Currently Enrolled in Engineering

• Competitive compensation package

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.