Co-op

Joyson Safety Systems; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to cutting edge safety tech

Company paid holidays

Paid sick time

Collaborative work environment

Networking with peers and leaders

Job summary

Joyson Safety Systems in Auburn Hills, MI seeks an Engineering Co-op to assist in product development and analysis of airbags and parts. Under supervision, you will compile, analyze, test and research data for designs, gaining automotive industry experience with a global team.

Eligible students must be enrolled full-time in an accredited program and pursuing a Bachelor’s in an engineering field, with a 3.0+ GPA, and US work authorization without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a Co-Op program with an accredited College or University as a full-time student.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Undertakes and successfully completes simple or basic project/product development tasks.
• May assist in inventing / creating concepts and designs/approaches for new products.
• Create sample requests for customer orders, validate parts/components for special builds.
• Designs and coordinates engineering tests and experiments.
• Support team on shipping parts and delivering samples to local customers.
• Create new part numbers and bill of materials (BOM) and release engineering orders (EO) in JSS systems.
• Issue CAD work orders for new drawings or current drawing modification.
• Prepares standard reports/documentation to communicate results to technical team.
• Completes basic tasks on engineering documentation.
• SolidWorks and Auto CAD knowledge is a plus.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation! The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Date: Oct 19, 2026 Company: Joysonsafety Job Function: R&D Job Type: Location: Auburn Hills, US Country/Region: US Requisition ID: 3440

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries. Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team. We are currently seeking an Engineering Co-op in our Auburn Hills, MI facility. If you are looking to enhance your career with a dynamic, growing company, then we encourage you to apply and join the JSS team!

What is This Opportunity?

The applicant will assist in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes, or equipment. Under direct supervision/guidance, he/she will compile, analyze, test, and research data for newly designed or modified airbags and parts. This is a great opportunity for a student to gain experience in the automotive industry, working with a dynamic team of professionals from around the globe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertakes and successfully completes simple or basic project/product development tasks.
• May assist in inventing / creating concepts and designs/approaches for new products.
• Create sample requests for customer orders, validate parts/components for special builds.
• Designs and coordinates engineering tests and experiments.
• Support team on shipping parts and delivering samples to local customers.
• Create new part numbers and bill of materials (BOM) and release engineering orders (EO) in JSS systems.
• Issue CAD work orders for new drawings or current drawing modification.
• Prepares standard reports/documentation to communicate results to technical team.
• Completes basic tasks on engineering documentation.
• SolidWorks and Auto CAD knowledge is a plus.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a Co-Op program with an accredited College or University as a full-time student.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-motivated, able to perform role with minimal supervision, taking ownership, with a sense of urgency.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment to consistently achieve results.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, and Auto CAD
• Knowledge of related engineering discipline functional and technical skills.
• Professional oral communication and writing skills.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Standing/Walking

Work Schedule/Location

• Required to work on-site work at our JSS Auburn Hills location. Remote work is not eligible for this position.
• Work Schedule- 24 hours per week (3 X 8 hour days).
• Travel requirements- may travel locally as well as to a plant in Mexico or Moses Lake, WA
• Local candidates only. Relocation/housing benefits not offered.

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $23.00-$27.00. The actual hourly wage offered will consider the candidate’s current academic level and degree candidacy. It will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements specific to the job location.

In addition to compensation, JSS offers a range of benefits designed to support our educational employees, including, but not limited to:

• Exposure to cutting edge safety technologies
• Company paid holidays
• Paid sick time per calendar year
• Collaborative work environment
• Networking with peers and leaders

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department. Any resumes submitted to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.