Winter 2027 Co-op - Mechanical Engineering

Keurig Dr Pepper•Knoxville, TN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Winter 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be a key part of the team that will install a new packaging line in our Knoxville, TN facility. This Co-op will experience the entire life cycle of a machine installation, from delivery of equipment to installation to startup/commissioning. This Co-op will gain experience working with various vendors (machine, mechanical, electrical, piping etc.), plant engineering, maintenance, operations, safety and quality. This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Requirements

Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities
Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes
Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
Must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

CAD and/or SolidWorks and 3D printing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Be a key point of contact for vendors and Knoxville plant personnel
Lead project execution
Work on various mechanical engineering tasks including review/modification of CAD drawings, review and sizing of utilities, review and participate in rigging and lifting, review and participation in the startup and commissioning plan
Travel to other Keurig sites, specifically Spartanburg, SC. Travel will occur mostly during Jan/Feb
Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
Receive mentor support for your professional development
Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business