Winter 2027 Co-op - Mechanical Engineering

About the role

As a Winter 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be a key part of the team that will install a new packaging line in our Knoxville, TN facility. This Co-op will experience the entire life cycle of a machine installation, from delivery of equipment to installation to startup/commissioning. You will gain experience working with various vendors (machine, mechanical, electrical, piping etc.), plant engineering, maintenance, operations, safety and quality. This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Responsibilities

• Be a key point of contact for vendors and Knoxville plant personnel
• Lead project execution
• Work on various mechanical engineering tasks including review/modification of CAD drawings, review and sizing of utilities, review and participate in rigging and lifting, review and participation in the startup and commissioning plan
• Travel to other Keurig sites, specifically Spartanburg, SC. Travel will occur mostly during Jan/Feb

Elements of the KDP 2027 Co-op Program

• Engage and partner on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
• Receive mentor support for professional development
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business

Requirements

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes
• Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• CAD and/or SolidWorks and 3D printing experience a plus
• Must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Pay

$31/hour paid bi-weekly

$5,000 sign on bonus pay, paid within first 30 days of employment