Engineering Intern/Co-op- Multiple Openings- Summer 2026

Shape Corp. • Grand Haven Charter Township, MI

99d

About The Position

Be Part of the Shape Family. We are thinkers, believers, and doers. At Shape, we don’t see the norm as our limit—we see it as a launchpad. We challenge tradition, push boundaries, and create solutions others say can’t be done. Join us and help shape the future of engineering. Our student engineering program offers hands-on experience across multiple disciplines in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Interns and co-ops gain exposure to real-world projects, technical challenges, and cross-functional collaboration—building a strong foundation for future careers.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field from an accredited program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Comfortable working independently and in collaborative teams

Responsibilities

• Conduct low-speed crash testing (up to 15mph) and pedestrian impact testing (up to 30mph)
• Perform materials testing (tensile, hardness, microhardness) for manufacturing and CAE modeling
• Assist in fixture fabrication using welding, milling, turning, and laser cutting—no prior experience required
• Learn LabView programming for data acquisition and instrumentation setup
• Support static and fatigue testing on automotive and furniture components
• Participate in benchmarking and full dimensional/material analysis of products like bumpers, door beams, and active grille shutters
• Analyze and improve equipment design and processing windows
• Document findings and create operator instructions
• Get introduced to Six Sigma and the DMAIC problem-solving framework
• Apply statistical analysis, including Design of Experiments (DoE)
• Update electrical schematics and revise machine control systems
• Design and implement PLC/operator interface programs using GE-Fanuc and Allen-Bradley platforms
• Lead troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor
• Create work instructions and integrate controls for process improvements
• Design electrical schematics for high and low voltage systems using CAD
• Design tools and fixtures using AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• Support continuous improvement and production troubleshooting
• Create and revise operator instructions
• Assist with asset management, safety audits, and plant layout planning
• Program and optimize Fanuc GMAW welding systems
• Use Trumpf TruTops for offline programming and laser cutting operations
• Improve dimensional capability and support capital/tooling procurement
• Develop and document process parameters for welding operations
• Gain exposure to Shape’s Product Development processes, including SPMP, enterProj, Plex, and Smartsheet systems
• Learn the fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and drawing development
• Work with Teamcenter and VisMockUp to manage and visualize product data
• Assist in the creation and review of key engineering documents such as DFMEA, DVP&R, and technical drawings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product design and process development initiatives
• Apply engineering calculations to real-world problems
• Manage cross-functional projects
• Create technical documentation and present findings
• Take on additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees