Mechanical/Project Engineering Co-op - 2027

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC; Sheboygan Falls (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC is excited to offer an 8-month Mechanical / Project Engineer Co-op in 2026 with opportunities to start January 4, 2027, or May 24, 2027. You will join the Johnsonville Engineering Team to contribute to world-class solutions in the food industry.

You’ll learn through hands-on projects, work with cross-functional teams, and gain grass-roots experience in manufacturing engineering in a global company that values growth and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; junior or senior preferred.
• Minimum 2.70 overall GPA and 3.0 GPA in core concentration.
• Prior work experience preferred; proficiency in Word, Excel, and Project; AutoCAD or SolidWorks a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to projects improving safety, quality and efficiency at production locations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Johnsonville facilities.
• Apply creative problem solving and learn the engineering behind manufacturing.
• Develop project scope, timelines and deliverables; assist automation and design engineers.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Confidentiality

Independent work

Documentation

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Johnsonville will place you, as an intern or co‑op student, into a fun and challenging position where you can make real contributions to real projects, applying your knowledge and creativity. In addition to hands‑on experience in your field, you’ll have the chance to work with Members from a variety of functional areas, in a team‑based work environment and a culture that celebrates growth and learning. We value the enthusiasm, fresh ideas and desire to learn and grow that you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll have a one‑of‑a‑kind experience at Johnsonville and be able to say you helped make a real difference at a great, global company.

Position Overview

Johnsonville, LLC has an exciting opportunity for an 8‑month Mechanical / Project Engineer Co‑op in 2026. The successful candidate for the Mechanical / Project Engineer Co‑op position will become an integral member of the Johnsonville Engineering Team,which provides solutions viewed as World Class in the food industry! We have opportunities for engineering co‑op students starting on January 4, 2027, or May 24, 2027.

Responsibilities

• You will learn to lead and contribute to the success of great projects that will benefit the safety, quality and efficiency at various production locations.
• Johnsonville is a world leader in food engineering from robotics, control systems, and patents.
• You'll have the opportunity to stretch professionally and personally every day and put your knowledge to use!
• This co‑op will provide you with the opportunity to learn and apply creative out of the box problem solving techniques.
• You'll gain grass roots experience and learn the engineering behind manufacturing.
• Apply engineering skills while leading/supporting projects geared to improve human safety, food safety, quality, capacity expansion, and productivity.
• Learn aspects of the sausage/meat business.
• Develop Project Vision, Objective(s), Scope, Timelines and Deliverables.
• Assist project automation and design engineers with new project implementations.
• Work with cross‑functional project teams supporting customers of the engineering team.
• Learn how ideas go from concept to implementation in a manufacturing environment.
  

Education

• Candidate must currently be working towards a Bachelor’s degree in a Mechanical Engineering/Technology or a related field. Junior or senior status preferred.
• Minimum 2.70 overall GPA and a 3.0 GPA in their core concentration required.

Experience

• Prior work experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project, (AutoCAD or Solidworks is a plus)
  

Skills

• Motivated to exchange knowledge and propose creative, innovative ideas in the daily interactions of all teams
• Perseverance and determination to drive for excellence in all aspects of project management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
• Desire to work on cross‑functional teams, work independently and seek help when appropriate
• Able to maintain accurate and complete project records
• Readiness to submerge in Johnsonville's culture of continuous learning, growth and contribution
  

Other Requirements

• Willing to travel to other Johnsonville facilities and work off hours is required
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits and Compensation

Johnsonville offers access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family‑owned band of sausage‑makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave‑able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.