Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Jan - Aug 2027)

nVent; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing support

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Volunteer time

Job summary

nVent’s Mechanical Engineering Co-op program in Solon, OH, offers hands-on rotations across Applications Engineering, New Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, and Labs. You will work on real product development tasks, modeling, testing, and documentation while learning Lean and Six Sigma principles.

We seek undergraduates in engineering with a 3.0 GPA, pursuing mechanical engineering, available for 8 months full-time in Solon, OH, and authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering, with a mechanical focus preferred.
• Currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time student at an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Able to complete a full-time co-op for 8 months (semester and summer) in Solon, OH. (Co-ops are required to provide their own transportation to and from work)
• Authorized to work in the United States without restrictions now or in the future

Education

Pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering, with a mechanical focus preferred

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Co-op

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Mechanical Engineering Co-op

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Early Careers at nVent

Innovation, inclusion, and growth.

Your future is bright at nVent, where your ambition meets our vision for a sustainable and electrified world. At nVent, we empower you to innovate, welcome you to bring your true self to work, and cultivate bold ideas that fuel both your personal and professional growth. Immerse yourself in a culture of positive energy, unwavering integrity, and respect—a perfect catalyst for launching a purposeful and vibrant career. Dare to dream big, anticipate continuous development, and connect with our dynamic, global community. Your unique skills and talents are key to making impactful strides in today’s electrified world!

MechanicalEngineering Co-op Program

TheMechanicalEngineering Co-op Program withnVent’sElectricalConnections(EC) Business is a structured experiential learning program that gives students theopportunity to couple their academic knowledge with practical situations in theworkplace, and simultaneously allows nVent to evaluate students as potential direct-hire talent. The Program is rotational between various departments, including Product Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, Labs and Compliance, andDigital MediaDevelopment. It is designed to engage students in the entire engineering process from development, through testing and applications,and toproduction. Students are assigned rotations and projects based on their academic levels and engineeringcapabilities are given opportunities to champion these projects to completion and make significant contributions to existing processes. Our candidates are hands-on problem-solvers who are analytical, creative, and highly professional. We seek confident leaders who take the initiative to drive results.

Depending on the degree and/or desired career path, co-ops will be placed into some combination of the following rotations.

• Applications Engineering: Co-ops work within a team of engineers who design and implement new products within existing product lines. Responsibilities may include:

• Performing engineering calculations to analyze product designs for functionality and specification accuracy

• Assisting with resolution of technical issues related to product design, system design, and compliance with industry standards

• Participating in site visits and working with end-user customers

• Participating and presenting in design review meetings

• Using 2D and 3D modeling software to create and maintain engineering documentation

• New Product Development: Co-ops gain exposure to new product design by participating in the conceptualization and development of innovative new products or modifications to existing products. Co-ops will learn the art of balancing engineering design, functional requirements, customer needs, and aesthetic appeal. Responsibilities may include:

• Fabricating and evaluating product concepts

• Assisting in creation of detailed drawings, 3D models, schematics, specifications, installation instructions, assembly prints, and test reports

• Utilizing analytical tools including Finite Element Analysis (ABAQUS) and Matlab

• Participating in site and supplier visits

• Participating and presenting in design review meetings

• Manufacturing Engineering: Co-ops work in one of our two Solon manufacturing facilities gaining direct exposure to the day-to-day operations of the plant. Responsibilities may include:

• Routing and BOM changes for products which are being manufactured on site

• Assisting with capital equipment purchases, maintenance improvements, and tooling improvements.

• Supporting process improvements projects including tooling design, working with outside vendors, assisting personnel on the manufacturing floor, and conducting time studies geared towards improving cost, efficiency, and safety.

• Engaging with the Quality department, including correcting and updating technical information on product drawings, designing gauges to be used for inspection and testing of product, and updating or creating documentation used for collection of inspection data.

• Supporting and understanding nVent’s Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. As part of their manufacturing experience, co-ops will be immersed in Lean Manufacturing processes, improvements, events, evaluations, and projects. These include Kaizen events, Gemba walks, 5S events, TPM implementation, SMED Projects for set-up reduction, and CCF & MMF events.

• Labs andProduct Approvals: Co-ops build and support test programs for EFS products. Responsibilities may include:

• Developing test plans to verify product design intent

• Supporting efforts to ensure product compliance with codes and standards

• Procuring and assembling materials, and conducting validation testing

• Designing and improving test fixturing

• Gaining hands- on experience using various prototyping equipment (3D prints, CNC, Laser cutter, etc.)

Co-opProgramBenefits:

We value the opportunity to develop students’ knowledge of our business, and offera valuable benefits to our co-ops including -

• Opportunities to work alongside company and industry leaders possessing top educational and career credentials, as well as diverse backgrounds and experiences

• Rotation between several engineering departments and nVent EFS manufacturing facilities to experience the entire engineering process from development to production

• Interaction and collaboration with global teams

• Opportunity to practice classroom theories, and use experiences gained in the work environment to inform class choices and career goals

• Competitive hourly pay for timeworkedatan hourly rate of $25.00.

• Relocation and housing support is available for eligible candidates

• Co-opsreceive paid time off,paid sick time, paid volunteer time, and paid holidays

• Co-opswho demonstrate outstanding performance may be offered a subsequentinternship/co-opor full-time offer of employment with nVent

Location:

• The Electrical Engineering Co-op Program islocatedinSolon, OH (Cleveland)

You Have:

Required Qualifications

• Pursuingan undergraduate degree inengineering, with a mechanical or mechanical engineering technology focus preferred.

• Currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time student at an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0

• Able to complete a full-time co-opfor 8 months (semester and summer)in Solon, OH. (Co-ops are required to provide their own transportation to and from work)

• Authorized to work in the United States without restrictions now or in the future

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.