2027 Spring Industrial Engineer co-op

About the Company

Bosch Charleston is part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are “Invented for Life.” Established in 1974, the Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry. We provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates while creating state-of-the-art products for global customers. Over the past five years, we have contributed over 1 million USD to STEM and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Bosch Charleston also supports these initiatives through volunteerism, offering opportunities for associates to get involved.

Bosch is a proud supporter of STEM initiatives, including FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) and AWIM (A World In Motion).

About the Role

This Co-Op position offers hands-on experience across three work terms, with increasing responsibility and project ownership.

Responsibilities

• Work Term #1:
  • Update plant layouts of machines and equipment using CAD (MicroStation)
  • Write, design, and coordinate work requests to install/relocate equipment
  • Perform time studies and delay studies of machine cycles and operator stations
  • Participate in improvement projects focused on operator stations
  • Support projects focused on Lean Manufacturing Principles (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Pull Systems/Kanban, Quick Changeover, physical mock-ups/simulations, and Standard Work)
  • Participate in ergonomic evaluations and improvements
• Work Term #2:
  • All responsibilities listed for Work Term 1
  • Design, implement, and improve material handling systems
  • Participate in Lean Line Design/Continuous Flow Workshops
  • Responsible for a large project from inception to completion
• Work Term #3:
  • All responsibilities listed for Work Terms 1 and 2
  • Industrial Engineering responsibility for a small department within the plant

Training

• Work Term #1:
  • SAP
  • MicroStation
  • Lean Manufacturing concepts
  • Work measurement
  • Ergonomics
• Work Term #2:
  • Time standard calculations
  • Lean Manufacturing training workshops (Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Logistics Basics)

Requirements

• Pursuing a BS in Industrial/Systems Engineering

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, PowerBI)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-starting, results-oriented, flexible, team player

Benefits

Bosch offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being, including:

• Premium health coverage
• 401(k) with generous matching
• Resources for financial planning and goal setting
• Ample paid time off
• Parental leave
• Comprehensive life and disability protection

Learn more about Bosch Benefits