Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Product Development

Trew; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Trew is seeking a Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-Op in West Chester, OH. You will participate in product development, design reviews, and BOM management while gaining exposure to the full design process.

Responsibilities include drafting 3D models, data analysis to verify performance, and collaboration with senior engineers. This paid co-op runs Monday–Friday and offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical preferred).
• Willingness to work in a hands-on product development environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design components and sub-systems for complex products.
• Analyze data to verify design performance against specs.
• Create and maintain BOM structures and item records.
• Produce high-quality 3D modelling drawings.
• Collaborate with lead engineers on projects.
• Prepare design and cost estimates for proposals.

Skills

People skills

Learning agility

Communication skills

Education

Engineering or Eng Tech degree (Mechanical preferred)

Job description

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 500 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. Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity?

We're always searching for amazing people!

Job Openings

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.