Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

Garlock Family of Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Garlock Houston is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering co-op to support manufacturing operations, quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will collaborate with engineering, operations, EHS, quality, and production teams to drive data-driven improvements and develop practical documentation.

The role emphasizes process knowledge capture, training material development, and updating Excel-based tools to support plant-wide efficiency and safety enhancements.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Experience using SolidWorks or comparable CAD software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with manufacturing employees and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and software applications.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing manufacturing processes and developing standardized procedures and work instructions.
• Support development of OEE metrics and data collection and reporting.
• Assist with manufacturing engineering projects for the HOU 3.0 relocation using SolidWorks/CAD.
• Support creation and maintenance of quality and manufacturing procedures and training materials.
• Collaborate with production staff to document standardized processes and ensure practical documentation.
• Update engineering Excel-based tools and validate calculations with subject matter experts.
• Analyze warehouse material flow and support capital and continuous improvement projects.
• Support safety, EHS initiatives, and risk reduction activities across operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Written communication

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

Join Garlock, an Enpro company, as a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op and gain hands‑on experience supporting real‑world manufacturing operations, continuous improvement initiatives, engineering projects, and facility transformation efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence while developing practical engineering skills in a manufacturing environment.

The Manufacturing Engineering Co‑op supports manufacturing, quality, safety, training, and operational improvement initiatives throughout the Houston facility. Working alongside engineering, operations, EHS, quality, and production teams, this role provides exposure to process improvement, technical documentation, engineering analysis, capital projects, training development, and manufacturing data management.

What You’ll Do

Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing manufacturing processes, developing standardized procedures and work instructions, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, quality, efficiency, and workflow.
• Support the development of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics and establish practical methods for ongoing data collection and reporting.
• Assist with manufacturing engineering projects associated with the HOU 3.0 facility relocation, including process, equipment, workflow, and layout‑related activities utilizing SolidWorks and/or CAD.

Quality & Technical Documentation

• Support the creation, revision, and maintenance of quality and manufacturing procedures, work instructions, training materials, and other operational documentation.
• Collaborate with production employees and subject matter experts to document standardized processes and help ensure technical documentation is accurate, clear, and practical for manufacturing floor use.

Training & Employee Development

• Support the development and maintenance of manufacturing training programs by assisting with training materials, qualification documents, visual work instructions, and other learning resources.
• Partner with supervisors, operators, quality, and EHS teams to capture process knowledge, document best practices, and help standardize employee training processes.

Engineering Tools & Data Analysis

• Update and further develop engineering and operational Excel‑based tools by organizing data, performing calculations, and improving functionality to support manufacturing and customer service processes.
• Validate engineering calculations, analyzing manufacturing data, and testing tool effectiveness in collaboration with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and usability.

Capital Projects & Warehouse Efficiency

• Analyze warehouse material flow, storage practices, and operational processes to identify opportunities to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Assist with warehouse‑related capital and continuous improvement projects by gathering operational data, supporting business case development, and helping coordinate implementation activities.

EHS & Risk Reduction

• Support safety and environmental initiatives by participating in risk assessments, process reviews, and safety improvement activities across manufacturing operations.
• Assist with EHS‑related projects, documentation, and change‑management activities associated with equipment, process, and facility modifications, including the HOU 3.0 expansion and relocation efforts.

Your Role in Our Values

At Enpro, our values of Safety, Excellence, and Respect guide how we work, collaborate, and grow. In this role, you will have opportunities to live these values every day by creating safe environments, driving meaningful results, and building respectful relationships.

Safety

Champion a culture of safety by embracing the Enpro Safety Pledge in everything you do. Look for ways to improve safety in your work, your team, and the broader organization, because safety starts with each of us.

Excellence

Bring your full self to work. Focus on creating value, driving innovation, and continuously improving how we work.

Respect

Create space for every voice to be heard. Foster a workplace built on mutual respect, where people feel valued and empowered to contribute to both personal and organizational success.

What You’ll Bring

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience using SolidWorks or comparable CAD software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform calculations, analyze data, and develop practical recommendations.
• Strong written communication and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with manufacturing employees and cross‑functional teams.
• Willingness to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and software applications.

Preferred Experience

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, charting, and calculator/tool development.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Familiarity with OEE, manufacturing KPIs, data collection, or time studies.
• Experience developing SOPs, work instructions, training materials, or technical documentation.
• Exposure to CAPEX justification, cost‑benefit analysis, or project management activities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing safety programs, risk assessments, JSAs, or EHS practices.
• Prior internship, co‑op, manufacturing, warehouse, or hands‑on technical experience.

EEO And Culture Statement

Enpro is a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end‑markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products and Advanced Surface Technologies.

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.

#Garlock Houston is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering co‑op to support manufacturing, quality, safety, training, and continuous improvement initiatives across the Houston operation.