Mechanical Engineering Co-Op- University of Delaware

NCSL International; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. in Newark, DE is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op at the University of Delaware.

You will work with our engineering team to gain exposure to multiple disciplines, contribute to assigned projects, and learn through hands-on design and analysis. You will collaborate with senior engineers, apply 3D design, FEA, and manufacturing processes, and develop strong communication and time-management skills while supporting projects from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Effective time management with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Demonstration of flexibility, innovation, customer service, and ability to create win/win solutions.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned projects and gain exposure to various engineering areas.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and managers, taking direction as needed.
• Maintain customer focus and initiate and follow up on actions.
• Learn basics of technologies used at Samtec, including design, analysis, and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical

Time management

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D/Parametric design

Finite element analysis

Plastics processing

Metallography

Failure analysis (SEM/X-ray)

Signal integrity

Rapid prototyping

Job description

Samtec, Inc.

Position Title: Mechanical Engineering Co-Op- University of Delaware

Description

The co-op will work with various managers and areas within our engineering department in order to gain exposure to the different aspects of engineering. The position will be responsible for completing assigned projects, building trust within team members, maintaining customer focus, as well as initiating and following up on actions taken.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to work with and take direction from senior engineers, be creative, passionate, and resourceful while taking initiative to explore new solutions to the issues they are presented with.

The student will be exposed to and expected to learn the basics in the many different technologies used at Samtec. These may include but are not limited to the following:

• 3D / Parametric part and tooling design
• Finite element analysis
• Plastic extrusion, injection molding, insert molding
• Progressive stamping of copper alloys and other metals
• Electroplating of precious and semi-precious metals
• Metallography, metrology, and statistical analysis
• Stress and force calculations
• Dimensional, electrical, and force analysis equipment
• Failure analysis including SEM, X-ray, etc.
• Reflow soldering
• Automated and hand assembly equipment and processes including those employing vision technology
• Signal integrity regarding high speed electrical signals and their application
• Rapid prototyping

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Student pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projectsEager to gain new expertise and quick to pick up required skills
• Demonstration of flexibility, innovation, customer service, and ability to create win/win solutions

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.