Mercury Marine: Materials Engineering Co-op

About the role

As part of the talented Engineering team, you will work collaboratively and independently with highly qualified manufacturing professionals who are responsible for the metal melting process used to manufacture outboard and sterndrive motors for the recreational boating industry. You will learn to work with Operations leaders, supervisors, technicians, and production operators on the manufacturing floor as you own and manage assigned projects from inception to completion.

Essential Functions

• Test chemical properties of alloys used in production for our casting processes.
• Analyze chemical properties for aluminum and tool steel.
• Work with full-time team members located in multiple different operational plants, assisting with projects and analysis.
• Develop and edit operating procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Material Science, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant degree with a controls/systems/analytics emphasis.
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits.
• Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) during the months May through December of 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

Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.

Project Work: 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.

Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week.

Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op, 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 anticipated 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. At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.