Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer Co-op - Winter 2027 in Sudbury

Energy Jobline ZR; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Methods Machine Tools in Sudbury, MA, is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer Co-op (Winter 2027) to develop processes and assembly instructions for integrating options on CNC platforms. You will collaborate with Production and Applications Engineering to install equipment safely and repeatably.

The role focuses on electro-mechanical and control systems, documentation of installations, and ensuring smooth field and factory deployment, with a potential to work outside regular hours as

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and work procedures; promptly report safety or quality issues.
• Develop procedures, assembly guides, and work instructions for setting up CNC platforms and options.
• Coordinate with Production and Applications Engineering to install equipment in a repeatable manner.
• Drive Lean Six Sigma practices; develop Standard Work and conduct time studies.
• Create/update drawings of options using Solid Works CAD.
• Support ISO 9001:2015 certification; perform internal audits and drive improvements.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Job description

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Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer Co-op - Winter 2027

Massachusetts Sudbury, MA

Description

Methods Machine supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration. Methods has more than 300 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America.

We currently have the following career opportunity available in Sudbury, MA:

Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer Co-op (Winter 2027)

This position will be responsible for developing processes, assembly instructions, and work instructions for the integration of value-added options (chip management systems, high-pressure coolant systems, work holding tables, mist collection units, etc.) and associated equipment on a variety of CNC machine tool platforms. Facilitate installation of new options with Production team and document. Daily responsibilities will require close coordination and collaboration with team members from Production and the Applications Engineering department to develop processes and work instructions to install equipment effectively and in a repeatable manner. This position may be required to occasionally work outside of their normal work schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Consistently follow and reinforce all safety and work procedures and immediately notify management of any safety or product/process quality issues.
• Develop procedures, assembly guides, and work instructions for the efficient and reliable set‑up and installation of CNC machine tool platforms and associated options and kits.
  • The focus of this position is for electro‑mechanical and controls systems including documentation of physical installation and integration of mechanical interfaces, hydraulics, and pneumatics as well as electronic control devices, wiring harnesses, connectors, and robotics/automation interfaces.
  • Take complex and often specialized information and adapting it into a format that is easy to understand; Processes and work instructions must be effective for both factory and field installation.
• Perform installations, identify installation hurdles, and work with Production, Service, and Applications Engineering to develop solutions.
• Drive Lean Six Sigma philosophies across Production including:
  • Develop Standard Work for each machine platform and associated options
  • Conduct time studies
  • 5S principles in support of an efficient, clean, and safe work area
  • Leverage Poke Yoke and Visual Management to reduce defects and errors
• Create or update detailed drawings of options and designed components using Solid Works CAD software.
• Promote and support ISO 9001:2015 certification across the organization:
  • Conduct internal audits to verify that process are working and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Lead continual improvement projects to enhance product quality/process efficiency.
  • Collect and analyze process data and present data in a meaningful way. Propose and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Perform other appropriate tasks and duties as assigned.

Methods Machine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , protected Veteran status, , or any other characteristic protected by law.