Mechanical Design Engineer Co Op - BOSS Snowplow

The Toro Company; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Toro Company’s BOSS Snowplow division in Iron Mountain, Michigan invites students to join its product development team as a co-op for January 2027 through August 2027. You will assist with design, prototyping, and development of new products and improvements, and conduct tests to collect data for analysis.

You should be pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with experience in 3D CAD (Creo Parametric a plus).

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; Creo Parametric is a plus.
• Basics of manufacturing processes such as welding, metal cutting and forming, painting and assembly.
• Knowledgeable in Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership skills to lead a project and pull information from others.
• Problem solving skills.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic systems is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on mechanical skills preferred.
• Demonstrated computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Creo.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design, prototyping, and development of new products and improvements to existing products
• Conduct required tests, collect data, and analyze results for new or existing products
• Design tests or test fixtures as needed
• Recognize and help with problem solving efforts in the Product Development Lab.
• Work with operations engineers to reduce costs and help improve quality of product

Skills

3D CAD

Engineering mechanics

Problem solving

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Creo Parametric

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Who Are We?

BOSS Snowplow (a division of the Toro Company) located in Iron Mountain, Michigan, is a leader in the snow and ice management business with a growing lineup of plows for trucks, UTVs and ATVs, salt and sand spreaders, and box plows built for the snow and ice management professional, as well as the homeowner. With a focus on uncompromising quality and high-level craftsmanship, BOSS has grown to be a leader in the sale of snow and ice equipment.

Co-Ops are January 2027 - August 2027

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Assist with design, prototyping, and development of new products and improvements to existing products
• Conduct required tests, collect data, and analyze results for new or existing products
• Design tests or test fixtures as needed
• Recognize and help with problem solving efforts in the Product Development Lab.
• Work with operations engineers to reduce costs and help improve quality of product

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Pursuing a B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Experience with 3D CAD software, Creo Parametric is a plus
• Basics of manufacturing processes such as welding, metal cutting and forming, painting and assembly
• Knowledgeable in Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong leadership skills to lead a project and pull information from others
• Problem solving skills
• Basic understanding of hydraulic systems is preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on mechanical skills preferred
• Demonstrated computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Creo
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay-The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.

Pay range is $22.00 - $28.00 depending on level of college you have completed.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees