Engineering Co-op

Danfoss; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking an Engineering Co-op in Maumee, OH. You will contribute to hands-on product development, collaborating with mentors across departments to move ideas from drawing board to reality.

You will work on layouts, prototypes, and experimental tests while developing leadership skills on small projects. This internship targets students in their Mechanical Engineering studies.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, having completed at least freshman year.
• Solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles with real-world application.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, able to present ideas clearly and work in a team.
• Proactive mindset and passion for creative problem solving.
• Willingness to relocate for the duration of the co-op.

Responsibilities

• Bringing engineering concepts to life by creating product layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics using modern CAD software.
• Hands-on development in the manufacturing and building of physical product prototypes.
• Design and run experimental test programs, analyzing data to validate that our designs meet rigorous performance and quality specifications.
• Collaborate with teams across the business, including Manufacturing, Sales, and Supply Chain, to solve complex design challenges and ensure product success.
• Opportunity to develop leadership by planning and leading small projects from start to finish.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Relocation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Student/Internship

Engineering Co-op

Req ID: 52482 Job Location: Maumee, OH, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Student/Internship Job Description

The Impact You’ll Make

As our nextEngineering Co-op, you will step out of the classroom and into the world of hands‑on product development. This is your chance to apply your technical skills to real-world challenges, contributing directly to the design and performance of Danfoss products.

You won’t just be shadowing; you’ll be an active member of our engineering team. You will work alongside experienced mentors and collaborate across departments, gaining invaluable experience as you help bring innovative ideas from the drawing board to reality.

This co‑op is designed to build your skills and prepare you for a future in engineering. If you are a creative problem‑solver who is eager to make a tangible impact, this is the perfect place to start your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Bringing engineering concepts to life by creatingproduct layouts, detailed drawings, and schematicsusing modern CAD software.
• You will be hands‑on in the development process, coordinating the manufacturing and building ofphysical product prototypes.
• Design and runexperimental test programs, analyzing the data to validate that our designs meet rigorous performance and quality specifications.
• Collaborate with teams across the business, includingManufacturing, Sales, and Supply Chain, to solve complex design challenges and ensure product success.
• You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills by planning and leadingsmall projectsfrom start to finish.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree inMechanical Engineering, having completed at least your freshman year of coursework.
• A solid foundation in coremechanical engineering principlesand an eagerness to apply them to real‑world problems.
• Stronganalytical and communication skills, with the ability to present your ideas clearly and work effectively in a team.
• A proactive mindset and a passion for creative problem‑solving are essential for success in this role.
• Willingness to relocatefor the duration of this exciting co‑op opportunity.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off- highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family‑owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long‑term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.