Mercury Marine - Heat Treat Metallurgical Engineer Co-op
About the Role
As part of the talented Quality team, you will support the launch of state-of-the-art systems through metallurgical analysis. You will learn how to work with a team of managers, supervisors, technicians, and production employees in a metallurgical lab as well as on the plant floor as you create and manage projects from inception to completion. Position reports to Mercury Marine Heat Treat Metallurgical Engineer.
Essential Functions
- Operate X-ray diffractometer, Automated Micro-hardness tester, and other instrumentation which aid in metallurgical analysis
- Perform testing on a variety of carbon steels, stainless steels, and aluminum alloys
- Deliver critical material analysis and inspection results
- Support Heat Treat Metallurgical Laboratory daily operations
Learning Opportunities
- Effectively and quickly collect and analyze data coming from manufacturing processes
- Make recommendations that effectively improve processes
- Effectively express your ideas, influence decisions, manage projects to a positive result, and communicate with employees at all levels of an organization
Required Qualifications
- Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant degree with materials or metallurgy emphasis
- Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
- Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) through a full co-op term running January to August 2027 or May to December 2027
- The ability to enroll in a formalized co-op Program through your university
- Dependable, self-motivated and engaged learner
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.
Working Conditions
The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization's goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments. Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week. As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $18.00-27.50 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.
About Mercury Marine
Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea, BLA, Payne's Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.
Location: Plant 4 – Fond du Lac, WI
Workplace Category: Onsite
Travel Required: No
Direct Reports: No
Relocation: Yes
Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible