Application Engineering Co-op (2027)

Horton, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Horton, Inc. is seeking an Application Engineering Co-op at our Roseville, MN corporate headquarters.

The role focuses on integrating existing products into new applications under mentorship and includes DFMEA, test planning, and validation to meet performance targets. The candidate will perform modeling, testing, and advanced analyses (FEA/CFD) to support product applications and provide engineering support for customer-driven modifications.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree with at least 2 years completed (GPA 3.0+).
• Junior or Senior status.
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative and decision‑making skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, able to work independently and in a team.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Modeling and drafting concepts into designs that can be tested.
• Conducts computer aided analysis with FEA and/or CFD.
• Develops test designs to measure function and quality of products.
• Provides engineering support to modify existing products to meet customer requirements.
• Authorizes product design revisions.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

4-year Mechanical Engineering degree in progress

Tools

FEA

CFD

Job description

Horton, Inc., has an opening for a Application Engineering Co-op at our Corporate Headquarters in Roseville, MN. This is an onsite position with the ability to be a Winter/Summer 2027 or Summer/Fall 2027 Co-Op experience.

Position Summary

The Application Engineering Co-op position will perform varied duties of a complex nature. The candidate will support integration of existing products into new applications with general guidance from the Manager and direct guidance from a full‑time engineer/mentor. Key skills include design, analysis, DFMEA, test planning, and component/system testing to ensure products achieve performance and reliability targets. The candidate will use testing results and advanced analysis tools to approve product applications and make recommendations where required.

Company Information

As a global leader in thermal control for power systems, Horton offers a variety of technologies for transportation and industrial applications to operate at the optimal temperature — even in the most demanding conditions. For over 75 years, the organization has been an integral partner to companies worldwide providing innovative and reliable engine cooling solutions for heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment.

Application Engineering Co‑Op Responsibilities

• Motivated, self directed, and the ability to make risk balanced decisions.
• Modeling and drafting of concepts into designs that can be tested.
• Conducts computer aided analysis of new concepts with FEA and/or CFD.
• Tests materials and concepts, working closely with the test lab staff to design tests and document results.
• Develops test designs to measure the function and quality of products and to test new ideas or modifications of existing products.
• Provides technical expertise in support of improvements to existing product designs; authorizes product design revisions.
• Provides engineering support to the process of modification of existing products to meet customer requirements, while retaining product function and quality.
• Other duties assigned

Application Engineering Co‑op Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a 4‑year degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 2 years of school completed with strong academic performance (3.0 GPA or above)
• Junior or Senior status
• Demonstrated leadership, strong initiative and decision‑making skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Self‑starter who can work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively across the organization\Selfless, positive, get‑it‑done attitude
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

Additional Information

The estimated pay is $22.00-23.00 per hour.

Horton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans/Disabled