Co-op: Manufacturing Engineer (Spring 2027)

Volvo Group • Hagerstown, MD

1d • $17 - $46

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer Co-op will join the Machining Engineering team in Hagerstown and gain hands-on experience solving manufacturing challenges alongside experienced engineers. The role supports advanced machining processes and equipment and offers the opportunity to apply academic coursework, explore manufacturing technologies, and contribute ideas that improve safety, quality, and process performance. The co-op works with data, technology, and engineering fundamentals to develop practical solutions in a production environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Complete at least 30 semester hours before the co-op starts and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Co-ops are not enrolled in academic courses during their co-op rotation and may work up to 40 hours per week.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Curiosity, initiative, and an interest in learning how manufacturing technology is evolving.

Nice To Haves

• Autodesk Inventor or AutoCAD experience.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with machining, CNC equipment, tooling, or manufacturing processes.
• Enjoys working with data to identify trends, solve problems, and improve process performance.
• Exposure to statistics, data analytics, programming, or data science.
• Interest in automation, AI, machine learning, and emerging manufacturing technologies.
• Familiarity with CNC programming, CAM software, or machining simulation.
• Brings new ideas, asks thoughtful questions, and looks for better ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Support machining processes, including CNC equipment, tooling, and process development.
• Analyze manufacturing data to improve process capability, quality, and performance.
• Participate in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop CAD designs and support implementation of manufacturing solutions.
• Explore opportunities to apply automation, analytics, and emerging technologies.
• Work with engineers, operators, maintenance, and other manufacturing partners.
• Support a safe, efficient, and continuously improving production environment.

Benefits

• Housing assistance, when applicable.
• Career opportunities and internal mobility across the global organization.
• Training and personal development.
• Practical experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
• Development of skills in machining, process improvement, and quality control.
• Potential for full-time employment upon graduation, based on performance and organizational needs.

What This Job Offers

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