About the role#
Hydrotech is looking for an Engineering Co-op to join our Industrial Hydraulics and Application Engineering team. This position offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing and automation environment. You will work alongside engineers, technicians, and project teams to gain practical knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical controls, and system assembly.
What you'll do#
- Participate in onboarding, safety training, and team introductions.
- Learn foundational hydraulic and fluid power concepts.
- Build knowledge of product lines and common industrial applications.
- Work with a mentor to set goals and track your progress.
- Assist in building hydraulic power units, including plumbing, hose routing, and system startup.
- Conduct basic inspections, leak checks, and build verification tasks.
- Support electrical panel wiring, continuity checks, and troubleshooting.
- Help assemble modular guarding using aluminum framing and layout drawings.
- Document build issues and identify opportunities for standardization.
- Assist with teardown, inspection, and diagnosis of hydraulic components.
- Observe service calls and support troubleshooting efforts.
- Collect technical data and document repair findings or system configurations.
- Review hydraulic circuits, update schematics, and assist with concept development.
- Support the creation and revision of bills of materials, drawings, and project documents.
- Use vendor sizing tools for valves, pumps, motors, and cylinders.
- Assist with CAD updates for schematics and layouts.
- Participate in engineering reviews and technical team discussions.
- Maintain organized files, notes, and engineering documentation.
- Help develop templates, checklists, and standard work tools.
- Support internal analysis projects and present a summary of your contributions at the end of the semester.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Fluid Power, or a related field.
- Interest in industrial hydraulics, automation, controls, or manufacturing engineering.
- Ability to work full-time during the academic semester.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Prior hands-on exposure through labs, projects, or shop work is helpful but not required.
- Basic familiarity with fluid power or electrical systems is a plus.
- Exposure to AutoCAD or SolidWorks is preferred.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $22 per hour.
- Environment: You will work in a mix of office, engineering workspace, and shop floor settings.
- Physical requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform hands-on technical tasks. You will need visual acuity for reading drawings, wiring, and identifying color-coded components.
About Hydrotech, Inc.
Hydrotech, Inc. is an industrial technology provider based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 1967, the company specializes in hydraulic components, automation technologies, and engineered systems. It serves clients across the United States with a focus on fluid power, lubrication, and machining. The firm employs 178 people across three locations.
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