Sound Lab Co-op (Spring 2027)

Regal Rexnord Corp; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Regal Rexnord is seeking a Sound Lab Engineering Co-op in Fort Wayne to support acoustic and vibration testing, analyze data, and contribute to cost-out and new product development efforts. You will work with the Senior Analytical Engineer, use the anechoic chamber and measurement equipment, and gain hands-on experience in acoustic testing, data interpretation, and reporting.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product development teams, with

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical data and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Support acoustic and vibration testing for returns and investigations.
• Assist with cost-out projects and new product development testing.
• Operate the anechoic chamber and sound measurement environments.
• Collect and interpret test data, report results and summaries.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product teams.
• Help develop test plans and maintain engineering documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (in progress)

Tools

Vibration testing equipment

Anechoic chamber

Testing software

Job description

Work Model:

This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Position Summary

The Sound Lab Engineering Co-op provides engineering support for sound and vibration analysis activities related to customer returns and complaints, cost reduction initiatives, and new product development. In this role, you will work side by side with the Senior Analytical Engineer of Sound and Vibration, utilizing the anechoic chamber, vibration measurement equipment, and analytical software to evaluate product performance and identify improvement opportunities. The Co-op will gain hands-on experience in acoustic testing, data analysis, problem-solving, and product development within a collaborative engineering environment.

Major Responsibilities

• Support acoustic and vibration testing activities for customer returns, complaints, and product performance investigations.
• Assist with sound and vibration analysis for cost reduction ("cost-out") projects.
• Conduct testing and data collection for new product development initiatives.
• Operate and support testing within the anechoic chamber and other sound measurement environments.
• Utilize analytical software and testing equipment to collect, interpret, and report test results.
• Work alongside the Senior Analytical Engineer of Sound and Vibration to diagnose performance issues and identify root causes.
• Assist in developing and executing test plans for acoustic and vibration evaluations.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports, summaries, and recommendations.
• Support prototype testing and validation activities.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation related to testing, analysis, and project activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and product development teams to support business objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on product performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• No prior experience required.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical data and communicate findings effectively.
• Self-directed work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering students are preferred and should have completed coursework in:

• Statics
• Dynamics
• Mechanics of Materials
• Advanced Engineering Mathematics

Electrical Engineering students are preferred and should have completed coursework in:

• Electrical Circuits
• Digital Circuits
• Electrical Power and Controls

Additional Information

Travel:

No travel required

Language:

English

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company's electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company's automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company's end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

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