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Mechanical Engineer Co - Op

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York

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

23 days ago

Job summary

A leading hydropower company is looking for a Mechanical Engineer Co-op for their York facility. This position offers the opportunity to assist in engineering projects while gaining valuable experience. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Positive culture

Qualifications

  • Current Bachelor's student, preferably junior year with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn.
  • Familiarity with engineering standards/practices.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in engineering projects and design development.
  • Perform data reduction and prepare presentations.
  • Communicate effectively in report writing.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering
Communication Skills
Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software
Design/analysis software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is the leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydroelectric industry. American Hydro is currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer Co-op to add to the family at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are a detail-oriented, hardworking team member who is looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Job Description

Accountabilities:

  • Assist the Mechanical and Hydraulic engineering departments
  • Introduced to engineering standards & practices and learn about the hydro turbine components designed and manufactured at American Hydro
  • Trained in our current CAD software and will create drawings as directed
  • Additional advanced software training may be provided to experienced trainees to include structural finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics
  • Willingness and capacity to learn and adapt
  • Accuracy in drawings and calculations
  • Speed of correct completion of tasks assigned

Main Responsibilities

  • Commit to work under company’s core values that include: a “One Team” mindset, open communication, continuous improvement, and a commitment to provide solutions to our customers
  • Practice Mechanical Engineering skills as needed to assist in project design development. Must recognize limitation gaps in education/experience and consult freely with appropriate supervisor to efficiently complete assigned tasks while learning the job function
  • Perform data reduction and prepare tabular/graphical presentations
  • Become proficient in use of company design/analysis software and interpretation of the results
  • Exercise communication skills in report writing and proposal development
  • Assist in assembly of company’s technical documents (example: Operations & Maintenance manuals, proposals, model test reports, engineering reports, etc.)
  • Assist field engineers/shop personnel to collect machine data, complete check sheets, perform hardware inspections, index testing, etc

Qualifications

Education Requirements: Current Bachelor's degree student in Mechanical, Civil, or other related engineering classification. Junior year student with a 3.0 cum GPA.



Additional Information

Why American Hydro?

  • Competitive rate $22 hr.
  • Positive culture

If you are looking for a long term career with a company that promotes safety, success, and growth apply today!

Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , veteran status, status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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