Paid Manufacturing Engineering Co‑Op: Lean, CAD & Hands-on Ops

MacLean Power, LLC; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Hands-on experience

Mentorship and training

Exposure to real manufacturing挑战

Future rotations or full-time roles

Job summary

Royal Switchgear Manufacturing Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op in Bessemer, AL. You will work with our Engineering and Operations teams to support improvement initiatives, process evaluations, and product development tasks in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

This traditional multi-term rotation covers Spring, Summer, and/or Fall 2026, offering CAD documentation, data analysis, time studies, and cross-functional teamwork to drive lean manufacturing and cost efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a engineering discipline with acceptable progression.
• GPA 2.75 or higher preferred.
• Willingness to work on-site in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design, testing, and documentation of switchgear components.
• Support production and manufacturing engineering with process improvements.
• Conduct time studies and analyze workflow efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance or quality teams to troubleshoot equipment.
• Gather and analyze production data to identify cost savings or efficiency gains.
• Participate in root cause analysis and help implement corrective actions.
• Create or update CAD drawings and engineering documentation.
• Coordinate projects related to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Attend team meetings, project briefings, and cross-functional workshops.
• Learn and apply Lean manufacturing principles where applicable.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical skills

On-site work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Sophomore by Spring 2026

GPA 2.75+ preferred

Tools

CAD software

Documentation

Job description

Royal Switchgear Manufacturing Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op in Bessemer, AL. You will work with our Engineering and Operations teams to support improvement initiatives, process evaluations, and product development tasks in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

This traditional multi-term rotation covers Spring, Summer, and/or Fall 2026, offering CAD documentation, data analysis, time studies, and cross-functional teamwork to drive lean manufacturing and cost efficiencies.