Co-Op: Electrical Engineering

Fives; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Fives Cincinnati is seeking an Electrical Engineering Co-op (OEM) to support design, development, and documentation of industrial machinery within an OEM setting. You will gain hands-on experience in CAD modeling, electrical component design, and machine assembly support while contributing to continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts.

The role offers mentorship from experienced engineers and exposure to real-world engineering challenges across cross-functional teams at the Cincinnati

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited 4-year university
• Prior internship, co-op, or project experience in a manufacturing or OEM environment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, modeling, and documentation of electrical components and assemblies
• Support engineering activities during machine builds, assembly, and testing
• Participate in design reviews and contribute feedback to improve product quality and performance
• Collaborate with lead engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical and customer-related issues
• Aid in the development of new systems and assemblies
• Help create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings and specifications
• Promote and adhere to a safe and healthy work environment for all employees

Skills

CAD software

Electrical design

Problem solving

Communication

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPlan

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Position Summary

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Co-op (OEM)

The Electrical Engineering Co-op will support the design, development, and documentation of industrial machinery within an OEM environment. This role provides hands-on experience assisting engineers in product development, CAD modeling, and machine assembly support while contributing to continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, modeling, and documentation of electrical components and assemblies
• Support engineering activities during machine builds, assembly, and testing
• Participate in design reviews and contribute feedback to improve product quality and performance
• Collaborate with lead engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical and customer-related issues
• Aid in the development of new systems and assemblies
• Help create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings and specifications
• Promote and adhere to a safe and healthy work environment for all employees

Qualifications & Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited 4-year university
• Prior internship, co-op, or project experience in a manufacturing or OEM environment is a plus

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with CAD software; experience with EPlan, AutoCAD or SolidWorks Electrical preferred
• Basic understanding of electrical design principles and manufacturing processes
• Exposure to engineering design reviews, hazard analyses, and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) is beneficial

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to organize work, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and with suppliers
• Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to learning and task completion
• Capable of preparing technical reports, summaries, and presentations

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in industrial machinery design and OEM engineering processes
• Exposure to real-world engineering challenges and cross-functional collaboration
• Opportunity to develop CAD, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
• Mentorship from experienced engineers

This FMSI co-op position is for the Fives Cincinnati facility. The facility is located at 2200 Litton Lane, Hebron KY, within 5 minutes of the Greater Cincinnati Airport, CVG.