Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

Hunter Engineering Company•Bridgeton, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op in Bridgeton, MO! Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers. We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years (2022 – 2026) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on. As a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op, you will design custom fixturing and tooling and implement improvements to manufacturing processes. This position gives Co-Ops the opportunity to take design projects from concept to fully implemented solution, along with gaining experience in manufacturing processes and analysis. This position is for a Spring 2027 Co-Op, with a start date of January 2027 and an end date of May 2027.

Requirements

Minimum 2.5 GPA (must be on resume)
Major studies in: Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering
3D solid modeling experience, PTC Creo preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with machining and metal fabrication processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Design fixturing to support welding, machining, testing, and assembly operations.
Generate drawings and bills of materials, purchase components, and assemble and test designed fixtures.
Fabricate custom parts to support operations using equipment such as a drill press or shear.
Investigate and purchase tools and equipment.
Analyze manufacturing areas for process improvements such as part design changes, fixturing needs, layout changes, and work instruction updates.
Support prototype builds for new product development.
Additional duties as assigned.