SUMMER 2027- Mechanical Engineering Co-op

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Engineering Co-Op Supervisor, the Summer 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op assists the engineering team in the researching, designing, testing, and validating of creative and technically superior engineering solutions appropriate to each project assigned. They use projects as a learning experience to further their collegiate education while continuously improving.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.

Design Solutions (40%)

• Generates inventive, fresh ideas that meet functional requirements
• Adjusts and/or incorporates changes in design based on feedback
• Develops design concepts for products, parts and assemblies
• Creates detailed 3D CAD models of parts and assemblies
• Develops product documentation that supports high quality production
• Delivers engineering design excellence

2.

Quality (20%)

• Manages deliverables and timing for self
• Delivers products that meets Kaleidoscope’s standards and when appropriate, international standards and regulations
• Develops expertise in advanced CAD skills
• Stays abreast of new and evolving technologies as assigned
• Proposes process changes to improve quality, cost and schedule

3.

Laboratory and Facilities Support (15%)

• Performs experiments and testing supporting product development
• Helps maintain the laboratory and other facilities

4.

Documentation/models (15%)

• Develops project documentation including CAD data, reports, minutes and presentations
• Uses model shop and 3D printers to build prototypes and breadboards

5.

Research (10%)

• Participates in project research and brainstorming teams
• Objectively observes and understands user research inputs
• May participate in usability tests and observational research
• Performs targeted secondary research

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s of science in engineering
• Prior experience within an engineering design and manufacturing envir