Process Engineering Co-op: Optimize Manufacturing & Quality

Johnson Controls; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Process Engineering Co-op for January–June 2027 in Burlington, MA. You will support development, optimization, and standardization of advanced manufacturing processes, collaborating with engineering teams to improve performance and product quality while driving operational excellence.

You will gain hands-on experience in process development, materials characterization, QC, and manufacturing innovation, contributing to data collection, analysis, and reporting in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Chemistry.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and complete assignments efficiently.
• Adaptable and able to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication to document technical processes and findings.
• Coursework or background in materials science, mechanical engineering, manufacturing processes, or controls systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in materials characterization, process optimization, and manufacturing technologies.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Tune manufacturing process parameters to improve performance and production outcomes.
• Support quality control initiatives and scale-up activities.
• Develop surface characterization testing and metallographic inspections.
• Conduct electron and optical microscopy analyses.
• Develop, document, and execute mechanical testing methods.
• Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis for process optimization.
• Utilize manufacturing equipment to produce samples and test specimens.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate machine performance and suggest improvements.
• Develop automated data collection, reporting, and statistical analysis tools for quality metrics.
• Document testing results, process changes, and engineering findings clearly.
• Demonstrate Johnson Controls' Winning Behaviors by focusing on impactful work and teamwork.

Skills

Ownership

Adaptable

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Materials characterization

Python

Linux

Excel

Jira

Git

PLC programming

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Materials Engineering

Chemistry

Tools

DOE

Jira

Git

Python

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Process Engineering Co-op for January–June 2027 in Burlington, MA. You will support development, optimization, and standardization of advanced manufacturing processes, collaborating with engineering teams to improve performance and product quality while driving operational excellence.

You will gain hands-on experience in process development, materials characterization, QC, and manufacturing innovation, contributing to data collection, analysis, and reporting in a