Mechanical Engineering Co-Op

Conductix-Wampfler GmbH; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A progressive engineering firm located in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Co-Op engineering student to assist in design and testing tasks. The role focuses on using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other software to complete projects within the engineering department and test lab. Ideal candidates are actively pursuing degrees in relevant engineering fields and possess the ability to analyze data and communicate effectively. This position offers flexible working periods from January to August or May to December.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a relevant engineering degree.
• Strong knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Ability to analyze data and derive conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Completes design and drawing work in SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Carries out product testing and documents findings.
• Coordinates with teams to implement cost improvements.

Skills

SolidWorks

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Education

Actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Jira

SAP

Job description

Conductix-Wampfler is a progressive and growing organization that offers challenging and rewarding opportunities in a variety of markets where power in motion is required. You will be supported by an organization that is known as an industry leader in the mobile electrification market, that not only manufactures high quality products in the conductor bar, festoon, commutator, industrial cable, cord and hose reel lines, but provides "service after the sale" that drives our niche in the market.

Co-Op position is expected to run from Jan-Aug, or May-Dec, but flexibility in timing is possible.

The person in this position completes project specific tasks while working in the engineering department and test lab while utilizing SolidWorks, Excel, and Word.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following:

• Completes design, drawing, and analysis work in SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• Carries out testing of product including writing the test request, analyzing the results, and documenting findings.
• Writing technical instruction manuals
• Proposes and implements design, material, and process changes to existing products to reduce overall product costs. Works with product development teams to help execute successful product launches.
• Coordinates with Product Managers, Purchasing and Manufacturing to identify cost and performance improvement opportunities.
• Create and Process Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s) through the SolidWorks, Jira and SAP approval and sign off procedure.
• Supports and upholds the Quality and EHS policy.
• Upholds the Core Values.
• Any other duties that may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering. Other fields in engineering may be considered.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to analyze data and derive conclusion(s).
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to solve algebraic equations and work with mathematical concepts of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to write concise, technical instruction manuals
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or communicate. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for inspection and analysis of pieces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. During travel noise levels may require the use of hearing protection. Work in our prototype or test facility will require the use of PPE including safety glasses and steel-toe safety shoes.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.