2027 Engineering Co-op

Sub-Zero Group•Madison, WI

About The Position

Our co-op program offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience by working on real-world projects. Partnering with industry professionals, participants will contribute to the development and enhancement of Sub-Zero Group's products while gaining practical experience to complement their studies. Co-op assignments are typically 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday for 8 months.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills.
Proficiency in relevant engineering software (e.g., SolidWorks, Altium, CAD tools).
Hands-on experience with hardware assembly and testing (for relevant roles).
Familiarity with software development principles and testing methodologies (for software roles).
Understanding of manufacturing processes and principles (for manufacturing roles).
Data analysis and statistical tools experience (for reliability and quality roles).

Nice To Haves

Previous co-op or internship experience in an engineering field.
Experience with specific tools and technologies mentioned in role descriptions (e.g., Azure IoT, iOS/Android development, oscilloscopes, DVMs, programmable power supplies).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and document new designs as well as enhancements to Sub-Zero Inc. products.
Create a concept, prototype it, build it to test, and then redesign the product to make any necessary corrections.
Work side-by-side with skilled hourly team members and collaborate with engineers from reliability, test, quality, and manufacturing to keep things running safely, smoothly, and efficiently.
Design and implement automated test systems to verify the quality and performance of luxury residential appliances.
Provide test engineering support for the manufacturing floor.
Assist in development, documenting, programming, and building manufacturing test equipment.
Provide troubleshooting support and training to manufacturing personnel.
Create test plans, build fixtures, and document procedures.
Assist with product teardowns, root-cause analyses, and design reviews.
Analyze sensor and warranty data to identify trends.
Prepare reports using statistical tools to define performance targets and assess risk.
Take the lead on projects and gain hands-on experience in product development, data analysis, and engineering problem-solving.
Assist in improving quality systems.
Enhance In-Line product quality and testing of refrigeration/cooking systems and structural dimensions with an emphasis on data capture and analysis.
Support and enhance manufacturing operations with a focus on Fabrication and New Product Development.
Apply principles from Industrial and Mechanical Engineering to analyze processes, design fixtures, and drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, safety, and quality across the plant.
Collaborate closely with CNC programmers and design engineers to ensure manufacturability and safe production of components.
Support prototype builds, refining fabrication methods, and integrating feedback into design iterations.
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks for CAD modeling and drawing creation and develop a strong understanding of how engineering decisions impact real-world manufacturing outcomes.
Support and enhance manufacturing operations with a focus on Assembly and New Product Development.
Apply principles from Industrial and Mechanical Engineering to analyze, develop, and drive improvements in assembly processes.
Work closely with manufacturing engineers, production teams, quality engineers, and design engineers to support the implementation of new products.
Assist with fixture and tooling development, time studies, process documentation, safety evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Gain hands-on experience with CAD tools, manufacturing systems, lean manufacturing principles, and real-world problem-solving while developing a strong understanding of how engineering decisions impact assembly operations, product quality, and overall manufacturing performance.
Develop Cloud IoT solutions that make our products smart.
Backend software development, software design, automated testing development, defect investigation, and participating in Agile ceremonies.
Develop and validate features for the Sub-Zero Group Owner’s App.
Mobile application development, feature testing, bug investigation, and supporting connected appliance experiences for customers across iOS and Android platforms.
Develop and execute testing of Sub-Zero appliance firmware.
Automated test development, manual testing, and troubleshooting of electronics.
Development of test rigs involving wiring, soldering, and other hands-on assembly and debug.
Validate hardware embedded design solutions that bring our products to life.
Designing of PoC’s (Proof of Concept) in Altium with aid of lead design engineer, outputs would include schematics, PCB design files, and BOM’s.
Build PCBA samples for engineering verification and validation testing including hand soldering of through hole and surface mount components to PCB.
Perform PoC design verification using oscilloscopes, DVM’s, programable power supplies.
Create and execute Test procedures and compile test data in test reports with aid of lead engineer.
Assist with Altium library component work as needed with aid of lead engineers.
Identify the root causes of supplied-part issues that impact assembly lines.
Use data and statistical tools to support reporting, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen supplier quality performance.
Develop controls solutions that bring our products to life.
Software development, unit test case development, design documentation, defect investigation, and supporting software releases.