Molex Engineering Co-Op - Product Design
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 Feb 10, 2025 | |
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Are you an aspiring engineer eager to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment? Join our team as an Engineering Co-Op and play a pivotal role in assisting with various project-related tasks while learning to apply engineering principles in a professional setting. This opportunity is perfect for individuals who are enthusiastic about tackling real-world problems, expanding their knowledge of essential engineering tools, and contributing to the product development process. No previous professional experience required-just bring your enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey and make a meaningful impact, apply now to join our engineering team as a co-op. We look forward to helping you grow and succeed in your engineering career! Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical. This role is located on-site at our Rochester Hills, MI location & will be a part-time, year-round opportunity. [1] Koch Intern Video Our Team As part of our Transportation Solutions business unit, you will have the opportunity to learn and support other design engineers with new high-power connector and terminal product development activities. This includes experience in important product engineering skills from concept development on to design for manufacturing and through validation testing. What You Will Do * Assist in documenting project scope, requirements, feasibility, and engineering work plans under supervision. * Participate in concept development, integrating considerations for manufacturing, economics, and customer requirements. * Collaborate on Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), tolerance analysis, and other analytical studies with guidance. * Assist in creating product models and drawings using GD&T methodology, ensuring alignment with functional requirements. * Prepare and manage the Engineering Change Management (ECM) process following company policies. * Contribute to developing Design Validate Plans and Reports (DVP&R) to validate product performance and analyze test results using statistical methods. * Support root cause analysis using methods like 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams with guidance. * Maintain basic engineering timelines, escalate barriers, and support task completion and technical reviews. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or related degree program with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 & May 2027. * Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship What Will Put You Ahead * Working towards Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field * Engineering experience or relevant internships, preferably in product design or a related field At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy [2] here. Who We Are As a Koch Company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our [3] business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Koch-company full-time interns/co-ops are eligible for a comprehensive medical plan that comes with prescription drug coverage and expert resources including second opinions and surgery support as well as weight and diabetes management. We focus on making healthcare resources available through advanced apps, from the comfort of home. With enrollment in the medical plan you have access to a tax-free savings opportunity for healthcare expenses (Health Savings Account). You and all members of your household are automatically enrolled in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for professional mental health counseling, financial and legal consultations and concierge-level support for work-life balance like helping finding child, elder or pet care - at no cost to you. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click [4] here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click [5] here, [6] aqui, or [7] tu). References Visible links 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hkr1KM9gWU 2. https://jobs.kochcareers.com/pages/culture 3. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy 4. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf 5. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_English.pdf 6. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Spanish.pdf 7. https://labor.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idol/employers/posters/e-verify/Right%20to%20Privacy%20in%20the%20Workplace_Polish.pdf | |