About the role#
This Engineering Co-op position at Tenneco involves working with product and test engineers at the Monroe, Michigan technical center. You will support shock absorber and strut development through hands-on testing, data analysis, and project coordination. The role follows a rolling schedule of alternating work and school semesters.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers with design tasks, including collecting drawings, bills of material, and specifications.
- Build and tear down shock absorber samples to troubleshoot issues.
- Run standard tests on servo-hydraulic equipment and measure components.
- Track the status of prototype samples and testing requests.
- Perform calculations using spreadsheets and analyze test data.
- Present findings to engineering teams and management.
- Participate in problem-solving teams and suggest improvements for engineering tools or processes.
- Manage test priorities and prepare test fixturing.
- Follow all environmental, health, and safety policies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering degree program.
- Ability to work full-time during alternating work semesters.
- Eligibility to work in the United States without company sponsorship after graduation.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Monroe, Michigan.
- The position is a paid, full-time co-op.
About Tenneco
Tenneco operates within the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. The company produces exhaust systems, powertrain components, and suspension technologies. It also focuses on research and development for the transportation sector. Based in Northville, Michigan, the firm employs more than 10,000 people.
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