Co-op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Spring 2027)

MSA, The Safety Company • Cranberry Township, PA

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About The Position

MSA Safety is seeking a Mechanical Engineer co-op for Spring 2027 to contribute to new product development. The co-op will work as an individual contributor on teams developing products in areas such as Fire Service, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, Head Protection, or Textiles, including firefighter turnout gear. The role offers hands-on experience with testing and lab equipment, product drafting, design, and prototyping, and support for improvements to existing products and processes. The co-op will collaborate with international associates and external suppliers while developing an understanding of budgetary, manufacturing, and sourcing limitations.

Requirements

• Fundamental mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Demonstrated creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use software tools to record, analyze, and document test data.
• Ability to multitask and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Hands-on technical aptitude.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering at an ABET-accredited school.
• Completion of at least one semester of sophomore year.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or similar.
• Experience with FEA tools such as Ansys, LS-DYNA, or similar.
• Testing experience, including design, execution, and analysis.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or similar.
• Experience with rapid prototyping methods.
• Familiarity with various manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Contribute as an individual team member to new product development in Fire Service, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, Head Protection, or Textiles.
• Use testing and laboratory equipment.
• Support existing products and processes and develop improvement ideas.
• Draft, design, and prototype products.
• Collaborate with international associates and external suppliers to complete project goals.
• Develop awareness of budgetary, manufacturing, and sourcing limitations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern