Co-op

Joyson Safety • Auburn Hills, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Joyson Safety Systems is seeking an Engineering Co-op at its Auburn Hills, Michigan facility. Under direct supervision and guidance, the co-op will assist with development and analysis of products, materials, processes, or equipment, and compile, analyze, test, and research data for newly designed or modified airbags and parts. The position offers a student experience in the automotive industry while working with an international team of professionals.

This is an on-site role scheduled for 24 hours per week across three 8-hour days. Local travel may be required, including travel to a plant in Mexico or Moses Lake, Washington. The position is not eligible for remote work; local candidates only, and relocation or housing benefits are not offered. The base compensation range is $23.00–$27.00 per hour, with the actual hourly wage based on academic level and degree candidacy and subject to applicable minimum wage requirements. The company does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a co-op program at an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Able to lift 25 pounds.
• Able to work on-site at the JSS Auburn Hills location for 24 hours per week, scheduled as three 8-hour days.
• Local candidates only; relocation and housing benefits are not offered.

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivated and able to perform with minimal supervision, take ownership, and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Able to work effectively in a team to achieve results.
• Able to establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD; SolidWorks and AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of functional and technical skills related to the engineering discipline.
• Professional oral communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic project and product development tasks.
• May assist in creating concepts, designs, or approaches for new products.
• Create sample requests for customer orders and validate parts or components for special builds.
• Design and coordinate engineering tests and experiments.
• Support the team with shipping parts and delivering samples to local customers.
• Create part numbers and bills of materials (BOMs), and release engineering orders (EOs) in JSS systems.
• Issue CAD work orders for new drawings or modifications to existing drawings.
• Prepare standard reports and documentation to communicate results to the technical team.
• Complete basic engineering documentation tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid sick time per calendar year.
• Exposure to cutting-edge safety technologies.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Networking with peers and leaders.

What This Job Offers

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