Co-Op Student

Blue Bird Careers • Fort Valley, GA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Bird’s Engineering Co-op students will assist in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes or equipment.  The students will engage in a variety of work experiences applying their theoretical knowledge to real world business challenges.  Kettering Engineering Co-op students will support one or more experienced engineers completing moderately complex tasks in a production and/or product design engineering environment. 

Requirements

• Able to work full-time (40 hours/week) during work term
• Strong interest in automotive engineering
• Familiarity with CAD software, preferred; CATIA preferred
• Ability to create and/or update drawings in AutoCAD, preferred
• Ability to work semi-autonomously with appropriate guidance and direction
• At least 18 years of age prior to the start of the Co-op assignment
• Must possess a valid United States’ driver’s license
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be a team player and able to get along with individuals from other groups in the organization
• Must be motivated and eager to learn industry concepts
• Undergraduate or graduate level student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Must be in good academic standing, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Nice To Haves

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills.
• Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
• Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
• Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of an experienced engineer, perform analysis on existing products; assist in the design and development of future products; perform analysis on both completed and future launches; and conduct quality assurance on system safety, launch and production operations
• Undertakes and successfully completes simple or basic project/product development tasks to include any of the following: writing and/or verifying specifications, maintaining product/process documentation, testing processes, equipment, raw materials and product, and validating equipment and processes
• May assist in creating concepts and designs or approaches for products, processes or test methods
• Designs, procures, and fabricates simple tooling and fixtures
• Designs and coordinates engineering tests and experiments
• Prepares standard reports/documentation to communicate results to technical community.
• Completes basic tasks on engineering documentation
• Assists with design and prototype activities including CAD, manufacturing assembly, testing, debugging and documentation
• Assists with training technicians/operators on new processes and/or test procedures
• Identifies areas for improvement, suggests solutions and submits idea records
• Complete basic engineering tasks related to product design, analysis, testing, integration and systems engineering
• Engage in meaningful projects and/or studies that promote continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• Document outcomes of key projects in order for work to be continued seamlessly by the next term's rotating Co-op student

Benefits

• Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k with match
• Continued Professional Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees