Co-Op Student - Product Engineering

BISSELL Homecare • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Ready for a CO-OP position where you can apply your skills acquired in coursework into a real-world business setting? BISSELL is proactively looking for a paid, undergraduate student to join our Product Engineering team!
The individual in this role will serve as a vital team member within the Product Engineering function, reporting to the Engineering Manager – Portable Deep Cleaning. The Product Engineering CO-OP will perform a range of duties supporting product development and innovation.
Students at BISSELL enjoy the ability to work in a global organization (North America’s leading Floorcare brand) cross-collaboratively across several business functions. Our CO-OPs sit elbow-to-elbow with organizational leadership, allowing exposure that enhances what’s learned in the classroom.

Requirements

• Applicants MUST be currently enrolled at an accredited, four-year university majoring in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. The CO-OP will work during BISSELL’s normal business hours.
• 3.0 GPA or greater
• Have ability to self-manage and deliver results in a timely manner
• Works effectively in a team with cross-functional members
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Shows continuous improvement and learning versatility
• Attention to detail and excellent computer skills and aptitude to learn new software applications

Responsibilities

• Support product development engineers through hands‑on involvement in conception, design work, assessment, and iteration of new products
• Assist with CAD updates, engineering documentation, and organization of design files and BOMs
• Participate in prototype builds, teardowns, and basic testing to support design validation and learning
• Help gather, document, and synthesize technical data, test results, and design learnings for team review
• Contribute to ongoing engineering projects and continuous improvement activities as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees