Mechanical Engineering Co-op: Packaging Line & Startup

Keurig Dr Pepper; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid bi-weekly

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is seeking a Winter 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op in Knoxville, TN. You will participate in installing a new packaging line, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle from equipment delivery to commissioning, and coordinating with vendors, plant engineering, maintenance, operations, safety and quality.

The role runs Jan 4–May 21, 2027, is full-time (40 hours/week), Monday–Friday, onsite on the manufacturing floor, with travel to Spartanburg, SC mainly during Jan/Feb.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student enrolled in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering programs.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Be a key point of contact for vendors and Knoxville plant personnel.
• Lead project execution for the packaging line installation.
• Review and modify CAD drawings, sizing of utilities, rigging and startup/commissioning plans.
• Travel to Keurig sites (Spartanburg, SC) mainly Jan/Feb.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

3D printing

Job description

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is seeking a Winter 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op in Knoxville, TN. You will participate in installing a new packaging line, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle from equipment delivery to commissioning, and coordinating with vendors, plant engineering, maintenance, operations, safety and quality.

The role runs Jan 4–May 21, 2027, is full-time (40 hours/week), Monday–Friday, onsite on the manufacturing floor, with travel to Spartanburg, SC mainly during Jan/Feb.