Manufacturing Engineering Co-op: Process Improvement

Enpro Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Garlock, an Enpro company, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op in Houston to support CI initiatives, documentation, and tooling optimization. You’ll work with engineering, operations, EHS, quality, and production teams on real projects that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will gain hands-on experience with process improvement, data analysis, and capital projects while developing practical engineering skills in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience using SolidWorks or comparable CAD software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and 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.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing processes, creating procedures and work instructions, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and workflow.
• Support development of OEE metrics and data collection/reporting.
• Assist with HOU 3.0 facility relocation projects using SolidWorks/CAD.
• Create, revise, and maintain quality/manufacturing procedures and documentation.
• Develop and support manufacturing training materials and programs.
• Update and enhance Excel-based tools; validate calculations and data analyses.
• Analyze warehouse material flow and support capital/continuous improvement projects.
• Support safety and environmental initiatives across operations.

Skills

SolidWorks CAD

MS Excel

MS Word

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Technical writing

Cross-functional teamwork

Office & shop environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Garlock, an Enpro company, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op in Houston to support CI initiatives, documentation, and tooling optimization. You’ll work with engineering, operations, EHS, quality, and production teams on real projects that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will gain hands-on experience with process improvement, data analysis, and capital projects while developing practical engineering skills in a manufacturing setting.