Mechanical Engineering Co-op

National Carwash Solutions, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Carwash Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Co-Op to support product development through mechanical design, analysis, prototyping, testing and documentation. The role runs about 40 hours per week from January 2027 to May 2027 and offers hands-on experience in a fast-growing engineering team.

You will design test fixtures, evaluate equipment, assist manufacturing and service personnel, and collaborate cross-functionally to develop future products.

Qualifications

• Sophomore/Junior/Senior status pursuing a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering.
• CAD solid modeling competency required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze projects to establish plans, goals, and objectives.
• Design and build test fixtures.
• Test and evaluate equipment and recommend design changes.
• Support manufacturing and service personnel with troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineering and shop personnel on development.
• Work independently and with others to design products for market release.
• Support R&D of product innovation.
• Cross-functionally coordinate with other departments.
• Develop and present final project outcomes to peers and leadership.

Skills

CAD solid modeling

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Lifelong learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (pursuing)

Undergraduate student (Sophomore/Junior/Senior)

Tools

CAD solid modeling

FEA

CFD

Job description

National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 45 years to become North America’s largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our world-class brands are backed by the largest service network in the country with more than 300 dedicated service professionals and growing! Come join us for an extraordinary career in a high growth, team-oriented company!

The Gig…

The Mechanical Engineer Co-Op will support product development through a variety of duties including mechanical design, analysis, prototyping, testing and documentation. The Mechanical Engineer Co-Op will work an estimated 40 hours per week and the dates will be approximately from Jan. 2027- May 2027.

What You’ll Do…

• Analyze assigned projects to develop strategies for completion including the establishment of plans, goals, and objectives.
• Design and build test fixtures
• Test and evaluate equipment to make or recommend design modifications
• Provide assistance to manufacturing, and service personnel with troubleshooting of equipment.
• Work “hands-on” with other engineering and shop personnel in equipment development.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to design products for potential market release (phrasing)
• Support research and development of product innovation
• Required to work cross functionally with other departments
• Develop and present final project outcomes to peer and leadership groups

What You Need…

• Candidate in Sophomore, Junior or Senior year
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree
• CAD solid modeling competency
• Preferred analytical skills (FEA, CFD, Calcs)
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Organized and effective time management skills
• Self-directed with the ability to problem solve
• Attention to detail
• Life-long learner and willing to learn new technologies

Grow your career supported by an energized and passionate team, professional development, training, flexibility and opportunities for advancement. We offer competitive wages and benefits including comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, matching 401(k), paid time off and more.

National Carwash Solutions is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation or veteran status.