Product Engineering Co-op

Toyota Material Handling North America Inc; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Housing

Mentorship

Hands-On Experience

Leadership exposure

Company-Sponsored Events

Community Service Hours

Mental Health Resources

Great work culture

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America in Columbus, IN, invites motivated students to join as Engineering Co-op - Product Engineering (Mechanical) for Jan–Aug 2027. You’ll work on real floor issues, perform Creo-based design improvements, and contribute to product validation and manufacturing support in a hands-on environment.

You’ll collaborate with an engineering mentor, gain cross-functional exposure, and develop skills in problem solving, documentation, and project management while your

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher and enrolled in a mechanical engineering program.
• Strong teamwork, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Creo and CAD drawing practices.

Responsibilities

• Investigate manufacturing and product issues on the production floor.
• Design improvements using Creo and engineering drawings.
• Plan, conduct, and document testing to validate designs.
• Manage multiple projects from concept to production release with mentorship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve products for customers.
• Move ideas from concept through production on material handling equipment.

Skills

GPA 3.0+

Mechanical Eng Student

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Creo CAD

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

Workplace Type

On-site

Full-time/Part-time

Co-Op

Shift

1st

Sponsorship Statement

Employment authorization required. Toyota Material Handling North America will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Description

Join our Team as a Engineering Co-op - Product Engineering (Mechanical)!

The Role:

We’re seeking a motivated Engineering Co-op - Product Engineering (Mechanical) to join our team this January through August 2027! This Engineering Co-op - Product Engineering (Mechanical) offers hands-on experience in the material handling and manufacturing industry, where you’ll work on meaningful projects and gain insight into mechanical product design, Creo, engineering change management, product validation, manufacturing support, root cause investigation, and cross-functional product development. You’ll collaborate with the Product Engineering team, as well as mentors and leadership, building skills that will help launch your career!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Investigate real manufacturing and product issues by working directly on the production floor and collaborating with operators and engineers.
• Design and implement mechanical product improvements using Creo, engineering drawings, and engineering change processes.
• Plan, conduct, and document laboratory, production, and vehicle testing to validate product performance and design changes.
• Own multiple engineering projects from problem identification through design, implementation, and production release with guidance form an experienced engineering mentor.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Reliability, Supplier Quality, and Operations teams to solve technical problems and improve products for our customers.
• See your engineering ideas become real products by taking projects from concept through production on industry-leading material handling equipment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technologies, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Academic Year: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing at time of co-op
• Currently enrolled in an accredited engineering program
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Co-op Term:January - August 2027

What Sets You Apart:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
• Familiarity with 3D CAD tools (Creo Preferred)
• Prior internship or project based engineering experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a truck driver’s license for testing purposes

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This is an in-person role located at our Columbus, IN office-ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Get in Return:

Wage - $20.00 - $30.00+ per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Early Career Benefits:

• Paid Housing (furnishings, utilities, & Wi-Fi included) - eligibility limited to employees residing 50+ miles outside the work location
• Hands-On Experience in material handling and manufacturing industry
• Mentorship from Experienced Professionals
• Direct Exposure to Senior Leadership & Executive Team
• Company-Sponsored Events & Intern Socials
• Paid Community Service Hours
• Mental Health Advocate Services
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

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