Mech Eng Co-op: Spring 2027

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Hammond, Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op for Spring 2027 to join our on-site team. You will assist project engineers with drawings, specifications, and mechanical systems while learning through real project work.

This internship offers exposure to HVAC, cooling water, steam, and other utilities, plus collaboration with senior staff and a path to future opportunities at Salas O’Brien.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Completed coursework in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and mechanical systems.
• Proficient with CAD tools and MS Office (Word/Excel).
• Willing to collaborate across project teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers with drawings, specifications, and mechanical systems.
• Support budgeting estimation and project documentation under supervision.
• Contribute to design reviews and testing across project phases.
• Collaborate with senior staff and stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Gain exposure to industrial HVAC, compressed air, and utilities.

Skills

System thinking

Collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Revit

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Excel

Job description

Salas O’Brien in Hammond, Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op for Spring 2027 to join our on-site team. You will assist project engineers with drawings, specifications, and mechanical systems while learning through real project work.

This internship offers exposure to HVAC, cooling water, steam, and other utilities, plus collaboration with senior staff and a path to future opportunities at Salas O’Brien.