Mercury Marine Quality Engineering Co-op (Spring or Fall Term)

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview: 

As a Quality Engineering Co-op you will work collaboratively and independently with highly qualified manufacturing, quality and engineering professionals who are responsible for the production and manufacture of outboard and sterndrive motors for the recreational boating industry.   
You will become an integral member of a manufacturing team committed to delivering superior results. You'll learn how to work on the plant floor as part of a team of managers, supervisors, technicians, and production employees, as you own and manage assigned projects from inception to completion.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:  

• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with manufacturing supervisors, hourly employees, engineers, technicians, and managers  
• Test, analyze, and report results on our internal and external quality concerns.  
• Interface daily with customers to identify root cause and implement corrective actions to improve process and quality control.  
• Assist in evaluating product issues identified by our customers  
• Collaborate on resolution of process and product issues  
• Collect and analyze data from manufacturing and warranty  
• Mitigate risk through proactive analysis on manufacturing processes and systems  

In addition to a great hands-on learning experience, you will also acquire the skills needed to:  

• Use and familiarize yourself with gauging techniques and instruments and different manufacturing processes.  
• Gain a better understanding of the manufacturing environment and success factors for your future.  
• Utilize personal influence to drive Continuous Improvement through the application of quality tools and methodology.  

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:  

• Current enrollment in a BS program with a preferred emphasis in Quality, Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.  
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits  
• Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) through a full co-op term running January to August 2026 or May to December 2026
• The ability to enroll in a formalized co-op Program through your university  
• Strong math background with experience in basic statistics (F and Tests, Distribution analysis, etc.)  
• Advanced computers skills include Excel and PowerPoint.  
• Permanent US Work Authorization required

Working Conditions:

• Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.  
• Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.   
• Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week
• Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.  

The anticipated pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

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