Manufacturing Engineering Co-op / Intern, 2027

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Engineers with day-to-day production and process improvement activities.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and improving manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Work directly with production technicians and engineers to identify and resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Support the design and implementation of manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and assembly aids.
• Assist with production line layouts, workstation improvements, and material flow optimization.
• Collect and analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions related to manufacturing and quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, throughput, and efficiency.
• Assist with time studies, capacity analysis, and production planning activities.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and the transition of products from engineering development into production.
• Assist with equipment installation, validation, maintenance planning, and process qualification as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations.
• Participate in hands-on builds, testing, troubleshooting, and process validation.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and communicate project status, findings, and recommendations.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and present results or recommendations to the engineering and manufacturing teams.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong interest in manufacturing, production, hardware, robotics, or electromechanical systems.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment and spending time on the production floor.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, operators, and other cross-functional partners.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard engineering or productivity tools.

Nice to have

• Previous internship, co-op, manufacturing, machine shop, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or hands-on engineering experience.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Creo, or similar.
• Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with machining, fabrication, assembly, electronics, test equipment, or additive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP or manufacturing execution systems.
• Experience working on engineering clubs, robotics teams, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, rocketry, or other hands-on technical projects is a plus.