Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Product Development

TREW LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

TREW LLC is seeking a Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-Op in Product Development in West Chester, OH. This on-site internship offers exposure to the full design process, from concept through BOM creation, with mentorship from lead engineers.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAD work, data analysis, and cost estimation, and requires pursuing an engineering degree (mechanical preferred) and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, Mechanical preferred.
• Strong people skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design components and sub-systems for complex systems.
• Analyze data to verify design meets specifications.
• Create and maintain BOM structure.
• Produce high-quality 3D modelling drawings.
• Collaborate with lead engineers on projects.
• Prepare design and cost estimates.

Skills

People skills

Fast learner

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing engineering degree

Tools

3D CAD

Job description

Position:Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Product Development

Location: West Chester, OH

Job Id:2170

# of Openings:1

Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Product Development

West Chester, OH

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

As a product development mechanical engineering intern/Co-op with Trew you will gain experience with many aspects of the design process including product design, product evaluation, technical drawing and revisions and bill of material creation and maintenance.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Designing components and sub-systems that form parts of complex systems.


• Analyzing data to determine if design meets function and performance specifications.


• Creating and maintaining items and BOM structure.


• Producing high quality 3D modelling drawings.


• Working directly with lead engineers.


• Producing design and cost estimation.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Strong people skills with the ability to work effectively with other organizations and individuals at all levels.


• The ability to learn quickly and a desire to broaden your skills and experience.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education & Experience

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical preferred).
  

Work Environment This is primarily a desk-based role, requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use. While the role is mainly desk-based, mobility within the office, manufacturing facility and customer sites may be required for meetings and interactions with colleagues.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, walk and sit; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms for the use of tools to assemble heavy equipment.


• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds.


• Travel less than 10%.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TREW’s story:

Business gets done working together. Successful business happens when trusted partners work together, to win together. At TREW we know that our customers buy solutions and technology built by people. With over 550 team members, we work fearlessly every day to do the right thing, even when no one is watching. From seasoned professionals to undergraduate co-ops, our team members enjoy seeing the impact of their contributions every day.

Trew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.