Co-Op Engineer

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

Standex Electronics is a worldwide market leader in the design, development and manufacture of standard reed switch-based sensor solutions and custom electro-magnetic components, including magnetics products. We are a global team of problem solvers who can provide custom and/or standard solutions through our diverse and dynamic capabilities. Our approach is to strategically partner with customers to conquer challenges and deliver reliable high-quality results through our engineering and components. These parts serve an array of markets globally, and through our customer driven innovation – improve the overall performance and efficiency at which end products operate.

The Engineering Co-Op will complete engineering-related tasks in support of the development and production of magnetic sensors and power magnetic products. The position will allow for exposure to aerospace technology, to the test processes, and to the manufacturing environment at Standex-Meder Electronics while aiding in the professional development of the co-op. Typical tasks will be the verification of the adherence of new parts with the specification and providing AS9102 formal aerospace written first article reports. Activities will also include the troubleshooting of returned products and collaborative efforts to solve problems and improve systems including the integration of quality management software and the use of high magnification microscopes, x-ray machine, and keyence measurement systems. Will perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Enrolled and working towards a degree in Engineering or a related technical field of study.
• General interest in fast-paced manufacturing environment, process improvement, and Lean Manufacturing
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, visual) and ability to interact with associates at all levels of the organization.
• Mechanical aptitude with attention to detail and ability to read/understand drawings, bill of materials, technical bulletins.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to prioritize work in support of business goals.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word / Excel
• Familiar with 2D and/or 3D CAD packages (AutoCAD / Solidworks)
• Basic Understanding of Engineering Drawings with the ability to use AutoCAD or similar CAD software to produce detailed drawings
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate complex problems and situations
• Ability to learn and use ERP (SAP) manufacturing software
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
• Must be available to work 40 hours/week, on-site and in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.