Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

City of Shakopee, MN; Marshalltown, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Co-op program

On-site cafeterias

Fitness facilities

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a co-op engineering student to support manufacturing initiatives and help design tooling and fixtures. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, exposure to SolidWorks CAD, and collaboration across departments, with opportunities for mentorship and professional development in a structured co-op program.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in engineering or a closely related field.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills and curiosity to understand how things work.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote a strong safety culture.
• Troubleshoot issues with root cause analysis to identify sources and provide corrective solutions.
• Collaborate within the team and across departments on projects from inception to completion.
• Design tooling, jigs, fixtures, and facilities equipment utilizing SolidWorks.
• Identify and facilitate implementation of process improvements.
• Determine specifications and initiate purchase of materials and components.
• Develop best practices and procedures; communicate these through Visual Workplace, training, and area meetings.
• Coordinate and communicate with all levels of the organization through presentations.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

SolidWorks CAD

Communication skills

Manufacturing interest

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Junior or Senior status

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Support and promote a strong safety culture.
• Troubleshoot issues within the manufacturing facility, using root cause analysis tools, to identify the source and provide corrective solutions
• Collaborate within the team and across departments on projects from inception to completion.
• Design Tooling, Jigs, Fixtures, and Facilities Equipment utilizing SolidWorks.
• Identify and Facilitate Implementation of process improvements.
• Determine specifications and initiate the purchase of materials and components
• Develop Best Practices and Procedures; communicate these to employees through Visual Workplace, Formal Training, and Area meetings.
• Coordinate and communicate with all levels of the organization (formal and informal presentations).

Who You Are:

• You are a team player, action oriented, and a problem solver. You are curious wanting to understand why and how things work. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You are open to change and continue to learn and experience new opportunities.
  

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in engineering or a closely related field
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Interest in manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field of study.
• Junior or Senior Class standing
• Hands-on manufacturing experience from a previous job or internship, or a project-based academic assignment
• CAD Experience, preferably SolidWorks
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet your physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid holidays and volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured co-op program. There is also an easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.

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