Mechanical Engineering Co-op — Build, Test & Improve

Franklin Electric Co.; Fort Wayne, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Electric Co. invites rising junior/senior mechanical engineers to join our Summer 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op in Fort Wayne, IN. You will work on hands-on assignments across product, process, testing, and manufacturing, under the guidance of experienced engineers and cross-functional partners.

You will collect and analyze data, document results, and contribute to safe, reliable, and cost-effective development. This program emphasizes real-world impact and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an accredited bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Completion of foundational engineering coursework appropriate to the assignment.
• Previous internship, co-op, laboratory, or hands-on project experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of products, systems, processes, and tooling.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret engineering, test, and process data to support validation and problem solving.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing) to support project execution and deliverables.
• Prepare technical documentation and present project results, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Engineering analysis

Data acquisition

Statistical analysis

Programming

ERP

PLM

Job description

Franklin Electric Co. invites rising junior/senior mechanical engineers to join our Summer 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op in Fort Wayne, IN. You will work on hands-on assignments across product, process, testing, and manufacturing, under the guidance of experienced engineers and cross-functional partners.

You will collect and analyze data, document results, and contribute to safe, reliable, and cost-effective development. This program emphasizes real-world impact and professional growth.