Mechanical Engineering Co-Op- UofL

Samtec, Inc; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. in New Albany, Indiana, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-growth engineering environment. You will assist with design, analysis, and prototyping, while collaborating with senior engineers and factory teams to deliver tangible results.

The role emphasizes practical learning across metal forming, materials, metrology, and quality control, with mentorship to develop communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in real projects.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned projects and gain exposure to different engineering aspects.
• Collaborate with managers and engineers across the department.
• Build trust within the team and maintain customer focus.
• Initiate and follow up on actions to move projects forward.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Eagerness to learn

Flexibility

Customer service

Win/win solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Samtec, Inc., a $1B+ privately held, global electronic connector manufacturer in New Albany, Indiana, with high growth and a focus on emerging technology, is seekinga Mechanical Engineering Co-Op interested in working in a fast paced, non-bureaucratic environment. Our 5A1 rating by D&B is reflective in a rapid sales growth rate that outpaces the industry by 3-4 times annually and a virtually non-existent associate turnover rate. Samtec was also recognized as one of the Top 5 Places to Work in the Louisville Metro area, among some of the area's most highly recognizable brands.

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
• 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 Bachelor’s 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 projects
• Eager 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 in 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.Privacy Policy: https://www.samtec.com/about/legal/#privacyrightspage