Mercury Marine: Materials Engineering Co-op

brunswick; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI, offers a materials engineering co-op where you will work with a skilled team to test alloy properties and analyze aluminum and tool steel. You will engage with engineers across several plants, manage projects, and help develop operating procedures in a hands-on manufacturing setting.

You will learn from professionals, contribute to real-world processes, and gain exposure to the metal melting and casting operations that support marine propulsion systems.

Qualifications

• Test chemical properties of alloys required for production and casting processes.
• Analyze chemical properties for aluminum and tool steel.
• Collaborate with full-time team members across multiple plants on projects and analyses.
• Develop and edit operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Test chemical properties of alloys used in production for our casting processes.
• Analyze chemical properties for aluminum and tool steel
• Work with full-time team members located in multiple different operational plants, assisting with projects and analysis
• Develop and edit operating procedures

Skills

Test alloys

Aluminum analysis

Tool steel analysis

Collaborative teamwork

Education

BS in Materials Science

Engineering major with analytics emphasis

Job description

Mercury Marine-Fond du Lac, WI -Materials Engineering Co-op

Location: Plant 10, Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Onsite

Travel Required: No

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range: $18-$27.50

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: Yes

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview :

As part of the talented Engineering team, you will work collaboratively and independently with highly qualified manufacturing professionals who are responsible for the metal melting process used to manufacture outboard and sterndrive motors for the recreational boating industry. You will learn to work with Operations leaders, supervisors, technicians, and production operators on the manufacturing floor as you own and manage assigned projects from inception to completion.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Test chemical properties of alloys used in production for our casting processes.
• Analyze chemical properties for aluminum and tool steel
• Work with full-time team members located in multiple different operational plants, assisting with projects and analysis
• Develop and edit operating procedures

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Material Science, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant degree with a controls/systems/analytics emphasis
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
• Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) during the the months May through December of 2027.
• The ability to enroll in a formalized co-op Program through your university
• Dependable, self-motivated and engaged learner
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands‑on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.

Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization's goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.

Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week

Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.

Pay

The anticipated pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.50 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards !

About Mercury Marine:

Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea, BLA, Payne's Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver part