About the role#
Johnson Controls is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op for the Winter 2027 term. You will work alongside manufacturing and engineering teams to improve equipment performance, process efficiency, safety, and quality. This role provides hands-on experience with production operations, equipment implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Create and maintain standard work instructions, work orders, and process documentation.
- Help with root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment or process issues.
- Support the build, installation, and startup of new manufacturing equipment and tooling.
- Identify ways to improve safety, throughput, and cost efficiency.
- Design and operate test fixtures to support engineering objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize production processes.
- Collect and analyze manufacturing data to identify trends.
- Support asset management activities to improve equipment reliability.
- Document your findings, process changes, and project results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Ability to work on-site at least four days per week.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Experience with CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to document technical processes clearly.
- Previous co-op, internship, or industry experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, data analysis tools, and CMMS is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Burlington, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through June).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls provides building systems, thermal management, and energy efficiency solutions. The company serves sectors including data centers, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and manufacturing. It operates globally with headquarters in Cork, Ireland. The organization employs over 60,000 people and focuses on building automation, security, and HVAC technology.
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