Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

-The Co-op positions at Watlow offer a 6-8-month immersive experience for students seeking more than a typical internship. This program allows participants to step away from their academic studies and engage in real-world engineering challenges directly tied to the company's strategic objectives.

-Located at one of Watlow's manufacturing center of excellence (MCOE's), co-op participants will work on impactful projects in design, testing, automation, and manufacturing development. They will have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world manufacturing projects while collaborating closely with mentors and experienced engineers.

Co-ops development skills may include learning how to:

-Design and build fixturing for product manufacturing.

-Conduct experiments to aid manufacturing cell design.

-Perform Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility studies.

-Develop lean manufacturing standard work.

-Aid in the development of work instructions for manufacturing operators.

-Test and analyze new and existing products (heaters, sensors, controllers, or software).

-Build prototypes and participate in prototype and equipment design reviews.

-Handle fabrication, tooling, wiring, and building control panels.

-Complete reliability, experimental, and validation testing.

-Setup and program automated assembly and inspection equipment.

-Evaluate laboratory results.

Qualifications:

-Currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, industrial, electrical engineering, computer science, chemical engineering or a similar field.

-Available to take a semester off from school to work at a Watlow facility.

-Ability to start in January 2026 OR June of 2026.

Additional Co-op Perks:

-Housing stipend or corporate housing available.

-Comprehensive onboarding and immersion plan.

-Mentorship program and networking opportunities.

-Opportunity to participate in and support local STEM and charitable initiatives.

The Watlow co-op program offers students a chance to be part of a team working on projects that matter. It provides valuable experience beyond the classroom, allowing participants to build their engineering careers in a meaningful way.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.