Mechanical Engineering Coop (Fall 2026)

Yaskawa Motoman • Miamisburg, OH

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Yaskawa America Incorporated, Motoman Robotics Division is looking for a mechanical engineering co-op student for Fall 2026. This is a full-time position, and the student would be expected to start work in August 2026. We are willing to make reasonable accommodations for classes but require a 40-hour work schedule for the first co-op term.

Requirements

• Sophomore or later student who has taken a Computer Aided Design or 3D modeling class.
• Self-starter with a good work ethic and interested in learning and growing with the company.
• United States Citizen or lawful permanent resident only.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a robotics team, engineering club or other educational opportunities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn SolidEdge and SolidWorks (3D modeling software) and EPICOR (business system software). A mentor will be assigned and will work through a software skills sheet to insure proficiency.
• Start out doing engineering change requests and other design work. Responsible for generating and altering Bills of Material. Expanded responsibilities will be available as the student’s skills grow.
• When possible, spend time on the manufacturing floor to understand how drawings are used, our product line, and how our packages are configured.
• Participate in design reviews, staff and project meetings to help them understand the engineering profession, technical issues faced by engineers, our business and products.
• Be an integral part of the department and see your designs built and contribute to the success of the company.
• Work with a variety of engineers and designers.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule that could fit well with your school schedule. Possibility to work full time during school break periods. Successful students are considered for both full and part time opportunities.
• Real world, resume building experience with a company that has a history of hiring students.
• Exposure to industrial robotics, a key technology to improve productivity and increase efficiency in manufacturing, distribution and other industries.
• Comfortable environment, working on clean new equipment.
• Exposure to a variety of documentation methods that can be applied throughout your career.
• A healthy co-operative environment that provide exposure to what “real work” will be like. Our employees work with students every day and invest to help our students grow.
• Exposure to key personnel within the organization that could lead to future opportunities both in the sponsoring department and other areas of the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees