Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)

About the role

Expand your technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. Emerson co-ops are given meaningful work, support, and mentorship from experienced managers and key business leaders. There is the potential to gain knowledge and experience in a variety of ways by exploring opportunities associated with your major and rotating through multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and conducting tests and gathering data
• Analyze test data and learn data analysis techniques
• Write test lab reports
• Learn to use CAD (Solid Edge) for 3D modeling of parts and assemblies
• Build new design concepts and detailed drawings using CAD
• Assist engineers in product development and sustaining engineering activities
• Learn to troubleshoot problems and develop creative solutions
• The final work period includes a design project where the student is responsible for conceptual design, necessary computations, CAD layout, drawing generation, coordinating prototype build, testing, and debugging design for the assigned project
• Every semester includes a final presentation to VP Engineering, engineering leaders, and engineering staff to report on activities and what was learned from assignments

Requirements

• Undergraduate student currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Able to work full-time in the scheduled semester
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Qualifications

• Able to return for multiple co-op rotations
• Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude highly desirable (e.g., auto, lawnm