Mechanical Engineer Co-Op

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer Intern will support the Senior Mechanical Engineer with capital projects, equipment improvements, and plant maintenance activities in a manufacturing environment. The intern will gain hands-on experience in project management, mechanical design, equipment reliability, safety compliance, and plant operations while working closely with Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, Operations, EHS, contractors, and equipment vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Support equipment troubleshooting, reliability improvements, and root cause investigations.
• Assist with maintaining maintenance documentation, as-built drawings, manuals, and LOTO procedures.
• Perform field inspections, data collection, and engineering analysis.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and EHS teams to promote safe and efficient plant operations.
• Assist with capital project planning, execution, and documentation.
• Support development of equipment specifications, engineering drawings, and project scopes.
• Assist with AutoCAD drawings, design reviews, and equipment layouts.
• Participate in commissioning, startup, and contractor coordination activities.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong interest in manufacturing, industrial equipment, and project engineering.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and CAD software (AutoCAD preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in both office and industrial plant environments.
  
  

Learning Opportunities

• Reliability and maintenance engineering
• Mechanical design and equipment improvements
• Capital project management
• Industrial safety and compliance
• Manufacturing process improvement
• Cross-functional teamwork in a manufacturing facility
  
  

This internship provides practical experience and mentorship to prepare candidates for future Mechanical, Project, Reliability, or Manufacturing Engineering roles.