Mechanical Engineer Co-op

Job Title:  Mechanical Engineer Co-op

Department:  Engineering

FLSA Status:  Hourly

Reports to:  Engineering Supervisor/Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Mechanical Engineer Co-op function is to provide support to the Engineering department for the manufacture and assembly of automated machinery, die sets and related press equipment.  Accuracy, flexibility, and efficiency are important.  

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• The individual must possess strong communication skills, efficient work habits and be self-motivated to succeed in an environment where engineering cost and schedules must be minimized for the company to be successful. 
• Design of automated machinery and/or tooling.
• Produce complete assembly and detail drawings.
• Review/Check engineering work for completeness and accuracy. 
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and peers.
• Maintain project related documents, records, and files.
• Provide technical assistance to Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, Manufacturing, QA and Assembly as needed.
• Construct Bills of Material (BOMs) through ERP and/or PDM systems.
• Input and release of engineered components and assemblies to purchasing/planning via ERP software.
• Perform drawing/document revisions and/or Engineering Change Requests (ECR).
• Assist in creation and updates of machine manuals.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• Current Engineering student seeking a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2D and 3D CAD experience (preferably Autocadand Solidworks).
• Experience with Outlook, Word, Excel.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS

• Deductive Reasoning and critical thinking skills are required.
• Attention to detail – job requires focus,accuracy, and thoroughness.
• Initiative – job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Analytical Thinking – Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work related issues and problems.
• Innovation – job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas and find solutions to problems.
• Adaptability – job requires being open to change and variety.
• Stress Tolerance – job requires accepting criticism and calmly resolving high-stress situations.
• Work Schedule generally consists of40hours per week.