Process Engineering Co-op: Optimize & Innovate Manufacturing

1017 York International Corp.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Process Engineering Co-op for January through June 2027 in Massachusetts. You will work with engineering teams to develop, optimize, and standardize advanced manufacturing processes.

Expect hands-on activities in process development, materials characterization, quality control, and statistical analysis to drive product quality and operational excellence. The role involves DOE design, data collection, and collaboration across disciplines to improve process

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical discipline.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and complete tasks efficiently.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication to document processes.
• Coursework in materials science, mechanical engineering, manufacturing processes, or controls systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Tune manufacturing process parameters to improve performance and production outcomes.
• Support quality control initiatives and scale-up activities.
• Develop and perform surface characterization testing and metallographic inspections.
• Conduct electron and optical microscopy analyses to evaluate materials and processes.
• Develop, document, and execute mechanical testing methods.
• Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis to optimize processes.
• Utilize equipment, hardware, and software to produce samples and test specimens.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate machine performance and improvements.
• Develop automated data collection, reporting, and analysis tools for quality metrics.
• Document testing results, changes, and findings clearly.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Python

Excel

Jira

Git

PLC programming

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Materials Engineering

Chemistry

Tools

Jira

Git

Linux

Python

DOE methods

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Process Engineering Co-op for January through June 2027 in Massachusetts. You will work with engineering teams to develop, optimize, and standardize advanced manufacturing processes.

Expect hands-on activities in process development, materials characterization, quality control, and statistical analysis to drive product quality and operational excellence. The role involves DOE design, data collection, and collaboration across disciplines to improve process