About the role#
The NVH Co-Op supports the North America Application Engineering team's Brake NVH group. You will work directly under a Senior NVH Application Engineer. This position provides hands-on exposure to brake noise and vibration testing, material data management, and product development. You will assist with daily engineering tasks while contributing to innovation projects.
What you'll do#
- Perform Frequency Response Function (FRF) measurements on brake components for modal characterization and squeal investigations.
- Conduct SAE J3001 testing and assist with test setup, data collection, and post-processing.
- Manage and update WAM material data sheets to ensure accuracy and version control.
- Support Application Engineers with daily testing, data analysis, and program deliverables.
- Prepare NVH testing summaries and reports for internal review and customer documentation.
- Contribute to innovation and new product development projects, including testing of new shim and damping material concepts.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- Interest in NVH, acoustics, vibration, or structural dynamics.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work on-site in a lab and test-cell environment.
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods, move between work areas, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: Dearborn, Michigan
- Modality: On-site
- Term: Rolling
- Status: Paid, full-time
About Wolverine Advanced Materials
Wolverine Advanced Materials develops and manufactures specialty elastomer-coated metals. The company focuses on damping and seal-ability solutions for the automotive and gasket industries. It operates manufacturing sites in Virginia, Florida, Germany, and China. Additional sales and technical offices are located in Michigan, Germany, Japan, China, Brazil, and India. The firm employs between 501 and 1,000 people and is privately held.
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