About the role#
The D.S. Brown Company Engineering Co-Op program provides hands-on exposure to the full product life cycle. You will participate in structured rotations across Engineering, Estimating, Operations, and Purchasing/Planning. This program helps you understand how product design influences manufacturability, material requirements, and production outcomes. You will contribute to departmental priorities while gaining insight into how products move from concept and design to production and supply chain management.
What you'll do#
- Participate in term rotations covering Engineering, Estimating, Operations, and Purchasing/Planning.
- Observe contract document acquisition and prepare takeoffs.
- Shadow Estimating Technicians to learn the cost-estimating process.
- Observe Design Estimators during the design of high load, multi-rotational bearings.
- Use RFI's to clarify project information.
- Shadow engineers during design reviews and project planning.
- Support entry-level engineering tasks and assist with design.
- Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement discussions.
- Shadow Production Planners, Buyers, and the Supply Chain Manager.
- Observe vendor communication and track orders.
- Tour and shadow in each production area and operate select machines.
- Participate in safety, quality, and process improvement discussions.
- Perform project engineering duties and assist with drawing updates.
- Support daily production operations with ownership of assigned areas or initiatives.
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Production teams.
- Identify takeoffs, perform design work, and participate in cost-estimating.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Industrial Engineering.
- Experience using AutoCAD (SolidWorks is preferred).
- Proficiency in geometry and trigonometry.
- Basic understanding of how products are purchased, machined, and fabricated.
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. on a continuous basis.
- Ability to manually push and pull material and product.
Location & details#
- Location: North Baltimore, Ohio.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About D.S. Brown Company
The D.S. Brown Company designs, manufactures, and supplies engineered products made from rubber, steel, and concrete. Founded in 1890, the firm operates in the transportation infrastructure market with a focus on bridges and concrete pavement. It is based in North Baltimore, Ohio, and maintains a staff of over 100 employees.
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