Engineering Co-Op

Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart?
Our people.

We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next Engineering Co-Op, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

• Evaluate changes or improvements to the design or specification of existing products.
• Perform tests of varying complexity on new, existing, and competitive materials and products.
• Assist in the development of fixtures and tooling used by the lab, design engineering, manufacturing, and/or quality.
• Assist in the designing of products through computer-aided design, predictive engineering tools, and prototyping via additive manufacturing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Adhere to all safety regulations.
• Demonstrate support of CPC core values.
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Basic Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or above in engineering or science.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to solve complex technical issues.
• Strong aptitude for details, data analysis, and process control.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and complexity. Possesses flexibility in reacting to new situations and adaptability for working in a new environment.
• Strong results orientation and positive "can do" attitude with a sense of urgency to get things done.
• Self-starter: a "hands-on" individual who enjoys the challenge and is dedicated to getting the job done with minimal support and direction.
• Team player: works collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team of professionals.
• Strong ability to work effectively within time constraints, changing priorities, and independently.
• Strong computer skills with experience using Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• This role may require less than 5% of travel, domestically. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

Preferred Skills

• Experience and/or training in a specific CAD package such as Creo, Solid Works, or other equivalent software.
• Experience with hands-on problem-solving.
• Experience with additive manufacturing technologies (3d printing).
• Experience with various digital and analog instruments, such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermometers, and calipers.
• Experience and/or certification in Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, ASQ, etc.

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 5x in the past 6 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success.

This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

We invest in you
. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer:

• Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
• A Co-Op and intern…