Engineering Co-op (Multiple Disciplines)

Placon Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Placon Corporation in Madison, WI is seeking Engineering Co-op students to join our team starting January 2027. This onsite role offers hands-on experience across manufacturing, product development, automation, and quality initiatives while you develop technical and analytical skills.

You will work Monday–Friday with traditional office hours, supported by mentorship and opportunities to collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Operations teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Engineering program.
• Junior standing or higher (rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate).
• Experience with CAD software and engineering design tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Assisting with product and process design improvements.
• Conducting testing, data collection, and analysis.
• Creating and updating engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting manufacturing process optimization efforts.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
• Assisting with quality investigations and corrective actions.
• Analyzing production and quality data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Presenting project updates and recommendations to engineering and operations teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

CAD software

Engineering knowledge

Education

Engineering program enrollment

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Engineering Co-op (Multiple Disciplines)

• 6096 McKee Rd, Madison, WI 53719, USA
• Competitive salary with bi-weekly pay schedule
• Hourly
• Seasonal
• Eligible benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process

Engineering Co-op (Multiple Disciplines)

We're seeking motivated and talented Engineering Co-op students to join our team in Madison, WI startingin January 2027.This position provides hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers on meaningful projects that support our manufacturing, product development, automation, and quality initiatives.

If you're looking to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world manufacturing environment while developing technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industry experience and make a meaningful impact

Work Schedule

Onsite: Monday - Friday with traditional office hours. The co-op term will start in January 2027.

Why Placon – You'll Love It Here

• Gain hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals
• Support projects that have a direct impact on operations and business performance
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Operations teams
• Develop technical, analytical, and professional skills
• Receive mentorship and career development support
• Build your professional network while contributing to meaningful projects

What You'll Do

Assignments will be based on business needs, educational background, individual skills, and areas of interest. Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting engineering projects from concept through implementation
• Assisting with product and process design improvements
• Conducting testing, data collection, and analysis
• Creating and updating engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting manufacturing process optimization efforts
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges
• Assisting with quality investigations and corrective actions
• Analyzing production and quality data to identify improvement opportunities
• Presenting project updates and recommendations to engineering and operations teams

What You Bring

Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Engineering program
• Junior standing or higher (rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate student)
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Quality Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Or a related Engineering field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience with CAD software and engineering design tools
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, or statistical tools

Does this sound like you?

If you're an ambitious engineering student looking to gain hands-on experience, solve real-world challenges, and contribute to meaningful projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for Engineering Co-op opportunities across our organization

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.