Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
As a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op, you'll work alongside experienced engineers, quality professionals, and production teams to support real-world projects that directly impact product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity to apply classroom knowledge while building practical skills in engineering, data analysis, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
What You'll DoMake an Impact Through Real Engineering Projects- Lead a project to review and update tolerances on released assembly drawings using Solid Works
. - Collaborate with Quality, Design Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to ensure design updates meet customer requirements and industry standards.
- Participate in engineering change activities that directly support product performance and manufacturability.
- Partner with manufacturing technicians and engineers to identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
- Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects across the production floor.
- Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing data using Minitab
, Excel
, and other tools. - Identify trends, investigate production challenges, and help develop solutions that improve quality and productivity.
- Develop and update manufacturing documentation, including:
- Work Instructions
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Process Flow Diagrams
- Engineering Change Documentation
- Assist with equipment maintenance, validation, and calibration activities.
- Help ensure manufacturing equipment operates safely and efficiently.
- Work closely with teams across Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and R&D.
- Gain exposure to the full product lifecycle and learn how cross-functional teams work together to bring innovative products to market.
- Support a culture of safety by following established policies, procedures, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in:
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Or a related engineering discipline
- Experience with or willingness to learn Solid Works and engineering drawing interpretation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Experience using ERP systems or manufacturing software.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
- Solid Works certification or advanced CAD experience.
- Hands-on experience working on meaningful engineering projects.
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes and technologies.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry professionals.
- Practical experience with engineering change management, process improvement, and quality systems.
- Opportunity to develop technical, analytical, and professional skills in a collaborative team environment.
- Valuable experience that will help prepare you for a successful career in engineering.
Join us and contribute to projects that make a measurable impact while gaining the experience, mentorship, and professional development that will help launch your engineering career.
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