Co-Op - Manufacturing Engineering (Summer 2026)

Howmet10 months ago
Cleveland, OH, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

This is a multi-rotation co-op opportunity based in Cleveland, Ohio for students pursuing a degree in engineering. Participants will complete three rotations over an 18‑month period (Spring/Fall: 15 weeks; Summer: 11 weeks) during the Summer 2026 semester, gaining cross‑functional experience in manufacturing‐related engineering.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in rotations across Process Engineering, Forging Design Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering (Forging) to gain diverse experience.
  • In Process Engineering: develop an understanding of metal forming processes, monitor critical quality variables, and support the operation of an automated forging line.
  • In Forging Design Engineering: enhance 3D parametric solid modeling skills, learn the forging simulation tool DeForm, and understand design for manufacturing.
  • In Manufacturing Engineering (Forging): build problem‐solving capabilities, improve machine design skills, and develop business cases to support capital investments.
  • Adhere to Safety Protocols: follow safety precautions by wearing full Personal Protective Equipment and accommodating physical demands such as prolonged walking, sitting, and standing.

Required Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited institution.
  • Completed 4 semesters of undergraduate education.
  • Involved in at least one extracurricular activity or prior work experience.
  • Minimum 3.0+ grade point average.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior internship or work experience in manufacturing.

Required Skills

Safety Compliance
Machine Design
Team Collaboration
Automation
Manufacturing Engineering
Process Engineering
Problem Solving
Industrial Robotics
3D Parametric Solid Modeling