Co-Op, Test Engineer - Transducer (January-June 2027)

Wabtec•State College, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This Co-op position is from January to June 2027 and is based onsite in State College, PA. This role is focused on testing and test related activities but may support additional areas of assembly and production. The position is part of Evident Inspection Technologies division, which delivers solutions to complex challenges by inspecting mission-critical assets and infrastructure. The division leverages nondestructive testing, remote visual inspection, and analytical instruments to support maintenance, manufacturing, and environmental applications.

Requirements

Currently pursuing BS or MS degree in Physics, Engineering Science, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Robotics, Computer Science or other Engineering discipline
Rising Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior (to graduate school)
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
Must be a U.S. Person

Nice To Haves

Strong background in physics is a plus
Programming experience in LabView, Python, C#, or Matlab is a plus
Experience with simple circuits and tuning components (capacitors, inductors) is a plus
Interest in learning oscilloscopes, multi-meters, pulser/receivers, piezo ceramics

Responsibilities

Lead primary project assigned for the co-op term from start to completion
Assist Sr. Test Engineer in evaluation, development and implementation of new test systems and protocols
Assist production and production engineering team with other projects and tasks as needed including but not limited to time studies, work instruction development, fixture design, product design, etc.
Interface with production assemblers and test technicians to review and update test plans and procedures
Improve existing or develop new features for test programs.
Analysis of manufacturing data using Excel, Power BI and other software tools
Create and update documentation for manufacturing standard of work
Conduct studies and propose improvements to the test process flow and spatial utilization based on Lean Manufacturing principles
Read and understand basic engineering drawings and specifications to assist in evaluations, answering requests from other departments, and completing projects and tasks