Co-op - Engineering (Spring 2027)

Schaeffler; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler is seeking a motivated engineering student in Fort Mill, SC to support mechanical system analysis for shaft, gear, and bearing arrangements using BearinX, and to conduct failure investigations on returned parts.

You will prepare technical reports, consult with customers on application needs, and coordinate prototype production with production plants. A key project involves developing a database for Returned Goods Analysis to improve report efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and pursuing a four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, customers, and production teams.
• Ability to interpret technical information and prepare clear, concise reports.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical system analysis for shaft, gear, and bearing arrangements using BearinX.
• Conduct failure analysis investigations through inspections of returned parts.
• Prepare technical analysis reports summarizing findings, root causes, and recommendations for customers.
• Consult with customers to understand their application needs and technical requirements; recommend suitable bearing solutions.
• Facilitate prototype and sample production through order entry and coordination with production plants.
• Develop a methodology/database for categorizing existing and new Returned Goods Analysis (RGA) reports to improve efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Technical report writing

BearinX usage

Education

High school diploma and pursuing engineering degree

Tools

BearinX

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical system analysis for shaft, gear, and bearing arrangements using BearinX, Schaeffler's proprietary analysis software.
• Conduct failure analysis investigations through detailed inspections of returned parts.
• Prepare technical analysis reports summarizing findings, root causes, and recommendations for customers.
• Consult with customers to understand their application needs and technical requirements. Recommend suitable bearing solutions to help customers achieve their desired service-life targets.
• Facilitate prototype and sample production through order entry and coordination with production plants.

Your Main Project:

Develop a methodology and/or database for categorizing existing and new Returned Goods Analysis (RGA) reports. This should improve the efficiency of generating future reports by providing easier access to relevant reference information and general mitigation strategies for similar issues across different application types. You will complete this project with input and guidance from Application Engineering team members and management.

Your Qualifications

• High school diploma and currently pursuing a four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant field.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, customers, and production teams.
• Ability to interpret technical information and prepare clear, concise reports.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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