Engineering Co-op | Intern

GOTAFE; United States; Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GOTAFE in the United States is seeking an enthusiastic engineering student for a hands-on role on the manufacturing floor and in the engineering office. You will apply engineering principles to real-world production challenges, support continuous improvement, and learn through practical projects.

The role emphasizes lean initiatives, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and developing technical drawings and analyses.

Qualifikationen

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering; junior or senior-level preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills applying engineering principles to manufacturing challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Aufgaben

• Apply engineering principles to solve manufacturing challenges using critical thinking and creativity.
• Support scrap reduction, productivity improvements, machine builds, and quality enhancements.
• Optimize equipment and processes to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Conduct engineering analysis, perform calculations, and develop technical drawings.
• Lead and support projects aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and supervisors to troubleshoot issues and support new product launches.
• Engage in lean manufacturing initiatives focusing on process improvements and waste reduction.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members at all levels.

Kenntnisse

Problem-solving

MS Office

Collaboration

Independent work

Attention to detail

Time management

Ausbildung

Engineering student (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical)

Tools

Pro/Engineer

AutoCAD

CNC programming

PLC programming

Jobbeschreibung

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Apply engineering principles to solve manufacturing challenges using critical thinking and creativity.
• Support initiatives such as scrap reduction, productivity improvements, machine builds, and quality enhancements.
• Optimize equipment and processes to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Conduct engineering analysis, perform calculations, and develop technical drawings.
• Lead and support projects aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and supervisors to troubleshoot issues and support new product launches.
• Engage in lean manufacturing initiatives focusing on process improvements and waste reduction.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members at all levels.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering; junior or senior-level preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills applying engineering principles to manufacturing challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Pro/Engineer, AutoCAD, CNC programming, and/or PLC programming is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, initiative, and proactive project ownership.
• Ability to ask the right questions, manage time effectively, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Commitment to respect, accountability, and continuous learning.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage of $20.00 per hour.
• Full-time schedule: 1st shift, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role involves both hands-on work on the manufacturing floor and technical desk-based responsibilities. Candidates should be comfortable working in both settings.

• Manufacturing floor duties include problem-solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with production teams.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, fumes, limited dust, and oily coolants.
• Physical requirements include walking, climbing, bending, and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection is required.
• Office duties include data analysis, project planning, and documentation using engineering software.
• Substantial computer work requiring hand, arm, and finger dexterity.