Automotive Product Development Co‑Op (3 Rotations)

Shape Corp; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Shape Corp is seeking a student Engineer Co-op to join three semester-long rotations in its automotive product development environment. You will support design, development, analysis, testing, and launch of products while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Through rotations, you’ll deepen technical knowledge, take on increasing responsibilities, and apply classroom learning across stages of development. Strong CAD skills and project experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Enrolled in or eligible for an academic co-op program and able to complete three semester-long rotations at Shape Corp.
• 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Coursework or projects involving engineering design, mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, CAD, testing, or data analysis.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product design and development activities from concept through validation and production launch.
• Create, review, and revise engineering drawings, models, specifications, and other technical documentation using CAD and PLM tools.
• Support engineering calculations, tolerance analysis, design reviews, and evaluation of product performance against requirements.
• Assist with prototype builds, test planning, validation activities, data collection, and analysis of test results.
• Participate in FMEA, problem-solving, root-cause investigation, and corrective-action activities.
• Support material, manufacturing process, and component selection with performance, quality, cost, timing, and manufacturability in mind.
• Coordinate project activities with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Test, and Purchasing teams.
• Track deliverables, document status, and communicate findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Participate in benchmarking, continuous improvement, and value engineering activities.
• Develop knowledge across rotations and apply lessons to increasingly complex projects.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

CAD knowledge

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

NX

Creo

SolidWorks

PLM systems

Job description

Shape Corp is seeking a student Engineer Co-op to join three semester-long rotations in its automotive product development environment. You will support design, development, analysis, testing, and launch of products while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Through rotations, you’ll deepen technical knowledge, take on increasing responsibilities, and apply classroom learning across stages of development. Strong CAD skills and project experience are valued.