Co-op - Mechanical Engineering

Landis+Gyr; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Landis+Gyr in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Co-op Mechanical Engineer student to design mechanical systems, create detailed drawings, and coordinate with suppliers. The program runs with alternating semesters, beginning January 2027, and is a full-time on-site role near campus.

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate ME program and expect to graduate in 2028 or later. Responsibilities include CAD-based design, BOM/ECO generation, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with CAD and engineering graphics is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and handle multiple terms alternating with school.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems and components using solid modeling CAD.
• Create detailed part/assembly drawings.
• Specify dimensions, angles, materials and relationships between parts.
• Generate BOMs and ECOs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to procure and implement designs.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

CAD tools

MS Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Landis+Gyr, we're helping shape the future of energy—making it more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable.

As a global energy technology leader, we're accelerating the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, our intelligent solutions connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid, helping customers modernize infrastructure, optimize operations, and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable.

Behind every solution is a team of approximately 3,300 employees across more than 40 countries who are passionate about solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact for our utility customers and the communities they serve.

Join Team Green and help shape the future of intelligent energy.

Welcome to Landis+Gyr! We're at the forefront of the energy industry revolution - let's build a brighter energy future together!

Co-op - Mechanical Engineering

The Landis+Gyr Co-op program is designed to enhance the quality and scope of learning by providing students with the option of integrating academic study with related, work-based learning. This position begins January 2027. Applicants must be enrolled in the undergraduate program (Masters degree students will not be considered) and available for an alternating rotating 3-semester schedule so expected graduation date should be 2028 or later to have enough time to work 3 semesters rotating with school semesters before graduating. This is a fulltime position working approximately 40 hours Monday through Friday on-site at our Lafayette, Indiana location. Co-ops are paid positions but we don’t offer a housing stipend or housing assistance so candidates local to our Lafayette, Indiana location are preferred.

Project Overview

• Perform mechanical system and component design utilizing solid modeling CAD tools under the guidance of the Project Engineer or Supervisor
• Create detailed drawings of parts and assemblies utilizing CAD tools
• Calculate and lay out dimensions, angles, curvature of parts, materials to be used, and relationship of various parts to entire structure
• Generate BOMs and ECOs
• Interact with suppliers to procure, deliver and implement parts and designs

Objectives/Responsibilities

• Candidate is interested in mechanical engineering product design and processes
• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university
• Interested in completing multiple work terms; work terms alternate with school semesters
• Have completed or working towards completing an engineering graphics CAD class
• Experience in Windows applications including Microsoft Office
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to provide thorough attention to detail

Education/Experience

Undergraduate student seeking a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. Join Team Green and be part of what's next in energy. #TeamGreen

Job Title: Co-op - Mechanical Engineering