Applications Engineering Co-op

Ohio Transmission Corporation; Upper Chichester Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio Transmission Corporation is seeking an Applications Engineering Co-op to work on real-world projects at the Fleetwood Facility, while collaborating with experienced engineers to develop technical solutions for customers.

You will gain hands-on experience with CAD tools, BOMs, and engineering calculations, contributing to various projects across industries and learning industry standards and company processes.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, industrial, electrical).
• Interest in mechanical systems, rotating equipment, manufacturing, or industrial applications.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and CAD software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Applications Engineers with evaluating customer requirements and developing technical solutions.
• Support preparation of CAD drawings, BOMs, technical documentation, and application reports.
• Learn to interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and operations teams to support ongoing customer projects.
• Participate in product selection, equipment sizing, and engineering calculations under supervision.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Ready to turn your classroom knowledge into real-world experience? At OTC, being an Applications Engineering Co-op means working alongside experienced engineers to help develop solutions that meet customer needs while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in industrial engineering. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams, build your technical skills, and contribute to meaningful projects that support customers across a variety of industries.

Location: On site at Fleetwood Facility - 11 Creek Pkwy, Boothwyn, PA 19061

* This is an in-person position, and candidates are expected to have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.

What You'll Do:

• Assist Applications Engineers with evaluating customer requirements and developing technical solutions.
• Support the preparation of CAD drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), technical documentation, and application reports.
• Learn to interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and operations teams to support ongoing customer projects.
• Participate in product selection, equipment sizing, and engineering calculations under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Assist with troubleshooting technical issues and researching product solutions.
• Gain exposure to customer interactions, project meetings, and site visits as opportunities arise.
• Learn and apply engineering principles, industry standards, and company processes.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong interest in mechanical systems, rotating equipment, manufacturing, or industrial applications.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing multiple assignments.
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and apply classroom knowledge in a hands‑on setting.
• Previous internship, co‑op, or hands‑on mechanical experience is a plus but not required.

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