Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027

Crown Equipment Corporation; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op for Spring 2027 in Greencastle, IN. You will assist a full-time engineer in mechanical design, simulation analysis, and testing procedures to support next-generation equipment development.

Responsibilities include creating design layouts, performing basic load and stress analyses, and helping validate new components and systems. Candidates pursuing a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with strong communication and reliable

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Good written and verbal communication, analytical skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must have a reliable means of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist a full-time Mechanical Engineer in design, simulation, or testing.
• Help design and develop forklifts and equipment focusing on usability and manufacturability.
• Support layouts, material selection, and validation of components.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Job description

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Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027

Location: Greencastle, IN, US, 46135

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

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Job Responsibilities:

Assisting a full-time Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical engineering expertise in the area of mechanical design, simulation analysis, or engineering testing procedures. Assist in the design and development of innovative forklifts and material handling equipment, focusing on one of the following:

• Mechanical Design - Create layouts of proposed design ensuring that designs are functional, safe, reliable, serviceable, manufacturable, cost-effective and aesthetically and ergonomically correct. Select appropriate materials, organize bill of materials data and approve detail drawings.


• Simulation Analysis - Perform structural or stability analysis of proposed or existing product, structure, or component designs to ensure that design goals are met. Analyze failed structures or components to determine probable causes of failure. Perform basic load and stress calculations and perform analysis using finite element analysis and fatigue life prediction tools.


• Testing Procedures - Identify the commonly used concepts, methods, and procedures for the detailed development and analysis of experimental and standardized tests for new and modified products or components. Devise and apply validation procedures for components and systems under development. Evaluate new components and technologies.

Job Qualifications:

• Candidate should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.


• Good written and verbal communication, analytical skills, and interpersonal skills.


• Candidate must have a reliable means of transportation.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

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