Winter 2027 Co-op - Mechanical Test and Reliability

Keurig Dr Pepper; Burlington, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Professional development

Meet & greets with executives

Project ownership (start to finish)

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper in Burlington, MA is seeking a Winter 2027 Mechanical Test and Reliability Co-op. You will support reliability predictions, design validation testing, and rapid fixture development within the Engineering Manager of Reliability, Test Fixtures and Advanced Development.

This paid 40-hour/week internship runs Jan 4 to May 21, 2027, with hybrid in-office Tue/Wed/Thu and mentorship, project ownership, and professional development opportunities, culminating in a final presentation to

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student enrolled full-time in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.
• Ability to clearly communicate test results.
• Passion for consumer products.
• SolidWorks proficiency and hands-on testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Reliability and Design Validation Testing for New Products.
• Analyze test results to support New Product Introduction milestones.
• Assist Advanced Development projects through rapid testing and fixture design.
• Identify gaps or potential improvements to current test methods.

Skills

Hands-on problem-solving

Data analysis

Ability to communicate test results

Collaboration with cross-functional团队

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

JMP

ReliaSoft

LabVIEW

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Job Overview:

Winter 2027 Co-op - Mechanical Test and Reliability

As a Mechanical Test and Reliability Co-op in Burlington, Massachusettsat Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be responsible for working with the Engineering Manager of Reliability, Test Fixtures and Advanced Development to support reliability predictions and assessments of systems, sub-systems, and components of KDP appliances. This Co-Op will have the opportunity to work on Advanced Development projects from their inception and directly impact engineering decisions for New Product Development.

This position is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Shift/Schedule:

• The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4th – May 21st, 2027
• Location: Burlington, MA
• Full-time; 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00am until 5:00pm
• Hybrid: (T/W/Th in-office)

As a Mechanical Test and Reliability Co-op you will:

• Support Reliability and Design Validation Testing for New Products.
• Conduct data analysis on test results to support New Product Introduction milestone events.
• Support Advanced Development projects through rapid testing and mechanical design of fixtures.
• Identify gaps or potential improvement to current test methods.

Elements of the KDP Co-op Program include:

• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a challenging, cross functional team environment
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
• Be paired with a mentor to enhance your knowledge of other parts of the business and build your network
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders

Total Rewards:

• $31/hour
• Paid bi-weekly
• $5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment

Requirements:

• Must be an undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Mechanical Engineering or another related field.
• Available to work 40 hours per week (M-F, 8am-5pm)
• Ability to communicate test results in an effective manner
• Passion for consumer products
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members
• Hands-on problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of risk assessment tools
• Microsoft Office tools
• SolidWorks Proficiency

Nice to Haves:

• Hands-on experience with building or troubleshooting electro-mechanical test fixtures
• Experience with manual and automated data collection and analysis
• Familiarity with DFMEA process
• Experience with Root Cause/Failure Analysis
• Experience creating or modifying test methods
• Experience with the following programs: JMP, ReliaSoft, LabView JIRA, Confluence
• Basic understanding of Reliability Engineering and predictive modeling

Please Note: You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders whorequiresponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

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Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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