Engineer Co-Op

Dill Air Controls Products, LLC; Oxford (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Engineering mentor

Structured project plan

Regular feedback

Hands-on manufacturing exposure

Job summary

Dill Air Controls Products, LLC is seeking an Engineering Co-op in Oxford, NC to support manufacturing projects alongside seasoned engineers and production teams. You will work on improving processes, product quality, equipment performance, and workplace safety, guided by a defined project plan and mentored throughout the term.

You'll analyze data, assist with trials, develop documentation, and present final results with recommendations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited engineering degree program (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related).
• Co-op position within a manufacturing environment to gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with manufacturing, process, quality, or mechanical engineering projects.
• Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and improvements.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for process issues.
• Develop and update work instructions, drawings, and reports.
• Participate in trials, testing, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Follow safety procedures and promote safe work practices on the floor.
• Deliver final project presentation with results and recommendations.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Cross-functional teamwork

Microsoft Excel

Hands-on manufacturing interest

Creative problem solving

Education

Enrolled in accredited engineering program

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Esprit CAM

MS Office Applications

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an Engineering Co-op to support projects in a manufacturing environment. Working alongside experienced engineers and production teams, the co-op will help improve processes, product quality, equipment performance, and workplace safety. The co-op will receive a defined project plan at the start of the assignment and present project results at the end of the term.

Date Posted: September 29, 2026

Location: Oxford, NC

Job Type: Part-Time Hourly

Essential Functions

• Assist with manufacturing, process, quality, or mechanical engineering projects based on business needs and the student’s area of study.
• Collect and analyze production data to identify trends, problems, and improvement opportunities.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for process, equipment, or quality issues.
• Help develop and update work instructions, process documentation, drawings, and reports.
• Participate in trials, testing, inspections, and continuous improvement activities.
• Work with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams to implement project solutions.
• Follow all safety procedures and promote safe work practices on the manufacturing floor.
• Provide regular project updates and deliver a final presentation summarizing results and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Interest in hands-on work in a manufacturing setting.
• Good problem-solving skills and a creative approach for new ideas
• Computer literacy, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Esprit CAM, and MS Office Applications.

Experience

• 0-3 years related work experience.

Education

• Currently enrolled in an accredited engineering degree program, such as Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or a related discipline.

Benefits

Additional Information

What You Will Gain

The co-op will have an assigned engineering mentor, a project plan with clear goals and deliverables, regular feedback, and opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to manufacturing challenges.