Engineering Co-Op

About the role

Working at Freudenberg: “We will wow your world!” This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. Freudenberg‑NOK Sealing Technologies runs the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. As part of the global Freudenberg Group, we are a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg‑NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas. Plymouth, MI – On‑Site. You will support our team as an Engineering Co‑Op within the Freudenberg‑NOK General Partnership.

Benefits

• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
• Flexible Work Models: We allow for flexible work models to ensure both professional and personal success.
• Sustainability & Social Commitment: We support social and sustainable projects and encourage employee involvement.
• Corporate Events: We celebrate success as a team, because only together can we achieve our goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering tests and experiments in support of research and development activities.
• Operate mechanical testing, measurement, and metrology equipment.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to support engineering evaluations.
• Troubleshoot testing equipment and assist with resolving technical issues.
• Prepare clear technical reports and documentation summarizing test procedures and results.
• Collaborate with engineering team members while managing multiple projects and assigned priorities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in mechanical, chemical, materials, or a related engineering field.
• Ability to work year‑round while balancing a flexible schedule with class schedule.
• Must have completed at least the sophomore year of the degree program.
• Hands‑on experience working with mechanical equipment, tools, or testing processes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data and communicate findings clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.