Description
Position: Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2026) Business Unit: Hartzell Air Movement
Location: Piqua, OH Department: Engineering
Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Basic Function:
Support a full-time Manufacturing Engineer by applying classroom engineering principles in a real-world manufacturing environment. Gain hands-on experience in process development, tooling, production support, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials to support manufacturing operations.
- Assist in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes by analyzing product requirements and researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.
- Improve manufacturing efficiency by evaluating workflow, space utilization, and equipment layout.
- Support product and process quality by assisting with test methods, process capability studies, and manufacturing standards.
- Review production issues, participate in root cause analysis, and help implement effective solutions.
- Create, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and process flows.
- Design 3D models of tooling and fixtures to support production and new product development using CAD software.
- Coordinate with outside vendors, contractors, and the internal tool shop to source and build tooling and fixtures.
- Participate in and help implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant processes, safety, quality, and efficiency.
Requirements
Qualifications and Required Skills:
- Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
- Good organizational, analytical, and verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to learn and participate in continuous learning opportunities.
- Experience with CAD programs. Solidworks knowledge is a plus