Additive Manufacturing Co-op

Emerson • Marshalltown, IA

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About The Position

The Additive Manufacturing Co-op supports Emerson-wide projects from planning through production handoff. The role involves creating prototypes and designing components to meet engineering requirements, evaluating which parts are suitable for additive manufacturing based on engineering and business constraints, and helping identify technologies and support systems needed to enable additive manufacturing. The co-op also evaluates processes and systems for efficient part production and documents lessons learned, including for parts made using Laser Powder Bed Fusion.

The position is part of Emerson’s structured co-op program, which offers hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities. The role calls for planning and follow-through, soliciting input and discussion, prioritizing work, and setting stretch goals.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Engineering.
• General experience with additive manufacturing or 3D printing.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent documentation and organization skills.
• Ability to present across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work well with teams to solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently and proactively on assigned projects.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Industrial Technology.
• Junior or senior class standing.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Experience with 3D CAD systems, such as Siemens NX or SolidWorks.
• Experience with 3D modeling design.
• Additive manufacturing lab experience.
• Additive manufacturing experience with Laser Powder Bed Fusion.
• Experience with ASME 14.5 and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) specifications.
• Previous manufacturing experience, especially with machining and welding technologies.
• Material engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive Emerson-wide projects from planning through prototype creation, component design, and handoff to production while ensuring engineering requirements are met.
• Determine which parts are suitable for additive manufacturing by considering engineering and business constraints.
• Assist in determining additional technologies or support systems needed to make additive manufacturing successful at Emerson.
• Evaluate processes and systems for efficient additive manufacturing of parts.
• Document lessons learned throughout the creation of parts produced using Laser Powder Bed Fusion.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
• Flexible time-off plans, including paid holidays and volunteer time.
• Hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities through the structured co-op program.
• On-site cafeterias and fitness facilities.
• Employee resource groups.
• Recognition.
• Mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.
• Flexible, competitive benefit plans addressing physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern