Mechanical Test Engineering Co-Op Spring 2027

Date: Sep 18, 2026 • Location: Wickliffe, OH, US, 44092-2298 • Company: Lubrizol Corporation

About the role

Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as a Mechanical Testing Co‑Op. At Lubrizol we're transforming the chemical industry and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through a variety of assignments based on interests and company needs, gaining wide experience and increasing responsibilities.
• Support various types of laboratory tests and engineering projects in sensor technology, fuels, lubricants and emissions research for two‑cycle, gasoline and heavy‑duty diesel engines.
• Work with stationary test rigs for stressing drivetrain lubricants such as automatic transmission fluids and automotive gear oils.
• Contribute to Lubrizol’s performance fluid systems for the transportation industry.
• As a Laboratory Technician (first term): dismantle and rebuild hardware, operate tests, gain familiarity with data acquisition and control systems; work with two‑cycle gasoline and diesel engines, manual, automatic and continuously variable transmissions, hydraulic pumps, tractor and automotive axles.
• As a Project Engineer (later terms): work directly with engineers on specification testing for performance lubricants, research testing for fuels and emissions, develop new procedures or test rig designs, design or improve control systems, and solve problems.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university, with a graduation date of 2029 or later.

• Ability to complete three or more co‑op work terms.
• Students with GPA > 3.0 will be given priority consideration.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring work‑authorization sponsorship by Lubrizol for this position now or in the future.

Benefits

• Housing and relocation assistance for eligible students.
• Competitive hourly wage with tenure‑based raises.
• Paid holidays within your work period.
• Semesterly philanthropy, networking, and professional development events.