About the role#
The Sustaining Engineer Co-Op program offers an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering projects. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support the development, improvement, testing, and documentation of products used in commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal water systems. This role provides hands-on experience in product design, validation, and manufacturing while contributing to business objectives.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design and development of new products and product improvements.
- Create and update engineering documentation, including CAD models, drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
- Support engineering analyses to evaluate product concepts, performance, and feasibility.
- Participate in product testing and validation, including data collection and documentation of results.
- Use 3D CAD software to develop and revise product designs.
- Use FEA and CFD software to simulate product performance.
- Support Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly initiatives.
- Organize engineering data, test results, and project documentation.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Product Management teams.
- Assist engineering staff with technical problem-solving and project execution.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline.
- Sophomore, junior, or senior standing is preferred, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Familiarity with engineering design principles and product development processes.
- Experience with 3D CAD software, with Autodesk Inventor experience preferred.
- Basic understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T concepts.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
- Preferred: Prior internship, co-op, or laboratory experience; exposure to FEA, CFD, or Design of Experiments; experience with product testing; familiarity with manufacturing processes; and knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, or water systems.
Location & details#
- Location: Franklin, New Hampshire.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through June).
- Employment type: Full-time, paid position.
- Modality: Hybrid.
About Watts Water Technologies
Watts Water Technologies produces water systems for residential, industrial, and municipal buildings. The company manufactures products for plumbing, HVAC, water quality, and drainage. Founded in 1874, the firm maintains its headquarters in North Andover, Massachusetts. It operates as a public company listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
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