2027 Spring Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Co-Op

Bosch; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Charleston is seeking engineering students for a Co-op opportunity to support driving output and quality improvements on production lines, identify technical solutions, and contribute to capacity planning. You will work with mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams across project phases.

The role emphasizes coursework or project experience in controls, automation, or mechatronics, with exposure to Automotive manufacturing and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering.
• Strong interest in special machinery, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems, particularly within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, concept development, and system-level thinking.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of machine concepts and technical solutions for automotive sector requirements.
• Support engineering projects through various phases, including initial concept, design, build, and commissioning.
• Help prepare and present technical concepts and system architectures to support project discussions.
• Contribute to the coordination of multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing).
• Support the tracking of technical scope, requirements, risks, schedules, and project deliverables.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for engineering standards and processes.
• Potentially assist with on-site activities such as customer meetings, trials, and commissioning.

Skills

engineering

special machinery

industrial automation

manufacturing systems

automotive industry

CAD

PLC programming

HMI design

teamwork

proactive

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software (Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD)

Job description

Company Description

Bosch Charleston is a part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are "Invented for Life."

The Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry and was established in 1974. We Drive. to provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates. We make a difference and delight our global customers by creating state of the art products.

Over the past five years we have contributed over 1 million USD to Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Additionally, Bosch Charleston works closely with our partners to support these initiatives through volunteerism. There are many opportunities to get involved and we hope you will join us as we make a difference in the Lowcountry.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

Job Description

This is a Co-op Opportunity for engineering students to support driving output and quality improvements, supporting production lines, and identifying technical solutions for gaps in capacity and demand. Below you will find some general information about Bosch North America (RBNA), the Bosch-Charleston Automotive plant, and some examples of typical assignments that students will be given:

• Assist in the development of machine concepts and technical solutions for automotive sector requirements.
• Support engineering projects through various phases, including initial concept, design, build, and commissioning.
• Help prepare and present technical concepts and system architectures to support project discussions.
• Contribute to the coordination of multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing).
• Support the tracking of technical scope, requirements, risks, schedules, and project deliverables.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for engineering standards and processes.
• Potentially assist with on-site activities such as customer meetings, trials, and commissioning.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering.
• Strong interest in special machinery, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems, particularly within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, concept development, and system-level thinking.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous coursework or project experience related to controls, automation, or mechatronics.
• Understanding of the automotive industry or manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g. Autodesk inventor, AutoCAD), PLC programming, or HMI design.
• Any prior internship or co-op experience in an industrial setting.
• A curious mindset and a proactive approach to learning.
• High level of teamwork, self-initiative, detailed, self-motivated and ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.

Additional Information

The above summary is consistent with the company's compensation philosophy and represents a fair description of the position, as supplied by the appropriate unit(s). It is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by this position and is not an exhaustive list of all job duties. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success! Bosch Benefits | Bosch in the USA

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