Engineering Co-op: Manufacturing & Process Improvement

GOTAFE; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

Collaboration

Independent work

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Engineering student (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical)

Tools

Pro/Engineer

AutoCAD

CNC programming

PLC programming

Job description

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.