Manufacturing Engineering Co-op: Lean, NPI & CAD

Nexteer Automotive; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Nexteer Automotive in Saginaw, MI offers a Student Co-op position focused on manufacturing and controls engineering. The role exposes students to processes, products and procedures while integrating classroom learning with hands-on experience.

As a Student Co-op, you'll contribute to process improvement, technical support, project management, tooling/design, and data analysis. The program aims to develop future engineers through real-world assignments and hands-on training.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors in Engineering.
• Strong mathematical and analytic ability.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Office 365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access, SQL).
• Excellent communication, documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Cumulative GPA 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
• Right to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: Use Lean tools and Kaizen to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Technical Support: Assist engineers in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and solving manufacturing issues.
• Project Management: Support NPI by developing procedures, documenting workflows, and managing equipment layouts.
• Tooling/Design: Assist in designing jigs, fixtures, and tooling using CAD software.
• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze production data, labor standards, and quality defects.
• Learn Nexteer Automotive processes within and beyond Plant 4.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Analytical ability

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

SQL

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nexteer Automotive in Saginaw, MI offers a Student Co-op position focused on manufacturing and controls engineering. The role exposes students to processes, products and procedures while integrating classroom learning with hands-on experience.

As a Student Co-op, you'll contribute to process improvement, technical support, project management, tooling/design, and data analysis. The program aims to develop future engineers through real-world assignments and hands-on training.