Software Engineering Co-Op

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

About the Role

Join Watlow's Systems Engineering team and help shape the future of our Digital Twin and Manufacturing Automation initiatives. This co-op blends software engineering, data systems, and shop-floor integration to improve how we collect data, automate workflows, and visualize processes across global operations.

You'll collaborate with engineers, operators, and IT specialists to design Python-based solutions that make our manufacturing systems smarter, faster, and more connected.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Python-based web apps to capture and visualize shop-floor data in Azure cloud databases.
• Build and maintain data pipelines to Databricks for trend and performance analysis.
• Design Raspberry Pi + camera systems for part tracking and operator assistance.
• Replace legacy automation (e.g., auto-clickers) with robust Python automation and APIs.
• Integrate shop-floor data with company-wide digital systems and dashboards.
• Write clean, documented code and create user-friendly interfaces for operators and engineers.

Desired Skills

• Proficient in Python (object-oriented programming, automation, data handling).
• Familiar with Flask, FastAPI, or Django for web development.
• Basic knowledge of databases (SQL/No
  
  SQL) and Azure or other cloud services
• Basic knowledge of pulling and pushing data through APIs.

• Experience with OpenCV, Raspberry Pi, or sensor integration is a plus.
• Interest in machine learning or identifying automation patterns in manufacturing data.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work in a hands-on, cross-functional environment.

Preferred Majors

• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering (with Python programming experience)
• Biomedical Engineering (with Python/Image processing)
• Industrial & Systems Engineering
• Mechatronics/Robotics Engineering
• Information Systems/IT or related STEM fields

What You'll Gain

• Real-world experience applying software to manufacturing and digital transformation.
• Exposure to hardware/software integration and automation.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams in engineering, IT, and operations.
• The chance to see your code implemented directly on the shop floor to drive measurable impact.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer now or in the future in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Benefits:
The Watlow Total Compensation Plan

The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us.

The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at

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