About the role#
We are looking for a Warranty / Process Co-Op to join our Hamilton, Ohio manufacturing facility for the Spring 2027 term. This role provides hands-on experience in quality engineering within an automotive environment. You will work alongside Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production teams to support product quality, process performance, and various improvement initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality control plans, work instructions, and procedures.
- Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for internal, supplier, and customer issues using 8D methodologies.
- Support new product and process validation through testing, data collection, and analysis.
- Collect and report quality performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Assist with supplier quality activities including performance monitoring, audits, and follow-up.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve process capability and product quality.
- Participate in projects focused on defect reduction, process optimization, and operational excellence.
- Prepare quality reports, presentations, and technical documentation.
- Learn and apply automotive quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, and MSA.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related Engineering field.
- Strong academic performance and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with guidance from experienced engineers.
- Demonstrated interest in automotive manufacturing, quality assurance, and process improvement.
- Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is preferred.
- Availability to work full-time during the Spring 2027 semester.
Location & details#
- Location: Hamilton, Ohio.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time (paid).
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Valeo
Valeo is a global automotive technology company founded in 1923. It operates as a Tier 1 supplier for major automakers and provides aftermarket services. The company focuses on electrification, software-defined vehicles, driver assistance systems, and intelligent lighting. Based in Paris, Valeo maintains a network of 149 manufacturing plants and 59 research centers across 29 countries.
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