Design Engineer Co‑op: CAD & Manufacturing Innovation

Crane Company; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company is seeking a Design Engineering Co-op to support product design, testing, and manufacturing process improvement. You will gain hands-on experience in both the engineering lab and on the production floor while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, high-quality products.

The role focuses on using SolidWorks for design, supporting new product development, conducting tests, and contributing to cost-reduction initiatives through VAVE and documentation efforts.

Qualifications

• Sophomore standing or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable on a production floor when required.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Eagerness to learn, take on challenges, and contribute to a team environment.
• Ability to work a full-time internship schedule (40 hours per week) throughout the internship period.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify product designs using SolidWorks.
• Support new product development and existing product improvement through testing, analysis, and documentation.
• Conduct laboratory testing and evaluate product performance.
• Participate in Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to reduce manufacturing costs.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing, assembly, and engineering documentation.
• Assist in evaluating ergonomics, manufacturability, and safety considerations.
• Support development and documentation of assembly processes for new products.
• Analyze data, identify trends, and make design/manufacturing recommendations.
• Investigate design alternatives to simplify assembly and reduce costs.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and assist with corrective actions implementation.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to meet project objectives.

Skills

CAD software

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independence

Time management

Education

Sophomore standing or higher in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Crane Company is seeking a Design Engineering Co-op to support product design, testing, and manufacturing process improvement. You will gain hands-on experience in both the engineering lab and on the production floor while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, high-quality products.

The role focuses on using SolidWorks for design, supporting new product development, conducting tests, and contributing to cost-reduction initiatives through VAVE and documentation efforts.