Product Engineering Co-Op Fall 2026

Position Purpose:

 

Working hands-on with product development support the design, test, evaluation, manufacturing and procurement of auxiliary axle suspension components.

 

Essential Functions:

• Provide design/drafting support for new product layouts, concept generation, prototype evaluation and production releases using NX.
• Work with Product Development Technicians to facilitate set up, execution, inspection, documentation and analysis.
• Schedule testing and prototype building.
• Specify and purchase equipment required for projects to properly evaluate product testing.
• Design, develop and document test procedures to accurately evaluate products.
• Acquire and analyze and report out test results.
• Assist with the creation of Design Verification Plans (DVP) for products requiring validation physical testing.
• Develop Power Point presentations for project design reviews.
• Write Product Evaluation Requests for project testing.
• Write Engineering Change Requests.
• Complete Engineering Change requests Notice documentation.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Education and Training

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field required.
• Knowledge of basic engineering fundamentals included but not limited to: statics, dynamics, physics, calculus and materials required.
• Effective written, oral and PC skills required (emphasis on Excel).
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills required.
• Previous experience in a test lab, machine shop or in a business setting preferred.

 Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting and working at a computer for extended period of time

Environmental Conditions

• Office and shop floor setting

Behavioral Traits

• Teamwork
• Development and continuous learning
• Manage projects and programs
• Researching information
• Relationship building

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.