About the role#
As an Engineering Co-op, you will assist in the design, development, validation, and release of products. Working under the guidance of the Project Engineering lead, you will address product development and design issues while gaining insight into the Driveline Engineering department and its internal operations.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard engineering analysis including stacks and calculations.
- Support product design, development, and validation.
- Manage design release activities like bill of materials and drawing approvals.
- Handle change management by creating and tracking engineering change requests.
- Develop and manage DVP&R based on technical specifications.
- Support DFMEA, DFM, and DFA activities to ensure manufacturing feasibility.
- Assist with the quote process for design changes and the Linamar launch process for program execution.
- Participate in value analysis, value engineering, prototype builds, benchmarking, and validation testing.
- Use problem-solving techniques such as 8-D, IS/IS-NOT, fishbone, Red X, and 6-Panels during failure analysis.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university engineering program.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office and fluency in English.
- Experience with CAD/CAE is desirable.
- Strong decision-making skills and the ability to grasp technical concepts quickly.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Livonia, Michigan, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, paid position.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available.
About Linamar Corporation
Linamar Corporation is a manufacturing company based in Guelph, Ontario. It operates through two main segments, Industrial and Mobility, which produce components for the automotive, agricultural, and aerial work platform sectors. The company maintains 70 manufacturing locations, 14 research centers, and 28 sales offices across 19 countries. It employs over 31,000 people and reported sales exceeding 7.9 billion dollars in 2022.
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