Fall 2026 Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Engineering Co-Op Supervisor, the Mechanical Engineering Co-op assists the engineering team in researching, designing, testing, and validating creative and technically superior engineering solutions appropriate to each project assigned. They use projects as a learning experience to further their collegiate education while continuously improving.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Design Solutions (40%)

  • Generates inventive, fresh ideas that meet functional requirements
  • Adjusts and/or incorporates changes in design based on feedback
  • Develops design concepts for products, parts and assemblies
  • Creates detailed 3D CAD models of parts and assemblies
  • Develops product documentation that supports high quality production
  • Delivers engineering design excellence

• Quality (20%)

  • Manages deliverables and timing for self
  • Delivers products that meet Kaleidoscope’s standards and when appropriate, international standards and regulations
  • Develops expertise in advanced CAD skills
  • Stays abreast of new and evolving technologies as assigned
  • Proposes process changes to improve quality, cost and schedule

• Laboratory and Facilities Support (15%)

  • Performs experiments and testing supporting product development
  • Helps maintain the laboratory and other facilities

• Documentation/models (15%)

  • Develops project documentation including CAD data, reports, minutes and presentations
  • Uses model shop and 3D printers to build prototypes and breadboards

• Research (10%)

  • Participates in project research and brainstorming teams
  • Objectively observes and understands user research inputs
  • May participate in usability tests and observational research
  • Performs targeted secondary research

Qualifications

• Education/Experience

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s of science in engineering
  • Prior experience within an engineering design and manufacturing environment preferred

• Licenses/Credentials/Certifications

  • N/A

• Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities

  • Good analytical and problem solving skills
  • Intermediate knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD
  • Basic knowledge in geometric tolerance analysis
  • Proficient in documentation, dimensioning and specification writing
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize and drive towards appropriate solutions within allotted timeframes
  • Basic skills in model shop processes and equipment, also manufacturing processes and tooling requirements
  • Basic knowledge of research techniques including moderating and observing
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook)
  • Intermediate ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
  • Critical thinker demonstrated by checking thinking for clarity, accuracy, precision, relevance, depth, breadth, significance, logic, and fairness
  • Writes and prepares documents in a concise, logical, grammatically appropriate and detailed format
  • Willingness to take direction from others and to accept constructive feedback while being adaptable and flexible
  • Excellent oral communication skills that demonstrate a professional demeanor
  • Handles sensitive information and maintains confidentiality

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Tools and Equipment Used

  • Computer workstation
  • Typical office equipment
  • Laboratory instrument and measurement equipment

• Travel

  • Minimal: up to 10%

• Physical & Mental Demands

  • Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time
  • Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
  • Ability to effectively communicate to employees/clients via phone, computer or in person
  • Moderate lifting and carrying of supplies, equipment, files, etc.
  • Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment
  • Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response