Electrical/Software Co-op: Build Real-World Solutions

Franklin Electric; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Franklin Electric’s Engineering Co-op in Fort Wayne provides hands‑on assignments linking academic learning with real‑world product and process challenges. You’ll work under senior engineers to complete defined projects, analyze data, and document results for cost‑effective development.

You will assist with design, testing, and continuous improvement across products, processes, and tooling, collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality, and Sourcing teams while gaining exposure to ERP/PLM systems.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an accredited bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• Completion of foundational engineering coursework required.
• Prior internship or co-op experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of products, systems, manufacturing processes, and tooling.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret engineering, test, and process data to support validation and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project execution and deliverables.
• Prepare technical documentation, present project results, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CAD

Engineering analysis

Data acquisition

Statistical analysis

Programming

ERP

PLM

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Completion of foundational engineering coursework

Previous internship or co-op experience

Tools

CAD software

Engineering analysis tools

Data acquisition systems

ERP/PLM systems

Job description

Franklin Electric’s Engineering Co-op in Fort Wayne provides hands‑on assignments linking academic learning with real‑world product and process challenges. You’ll work under senior engineers to complete defined projects, analyze data, and document results for cost‑effective development.

You will assist with design, testing, and continuous improvement across products, processes, and tooling, collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality, and Sourcing teams while gaining exposure to ERP/PLM systems.