Mechanical Engineering Rotational Program

Watlow Recruitment Team • San Jose, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
Mechanical Engineering Rotational Program – San Jose, CA (Onsite)
About Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader providing world-class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems. For nearly a century, Watlow has partnered with customers to deliver breakthrough thermal solutions that make a positive impact around the world. Our culture is guided by strong corporate values—we do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
Program Overview
The Watlow Mechanical Engineering Rotational Program is a hands-on, immersive early career experience designed to accelerate the development of future engineering leaders. Participants rotate through three Watlow locations, spending approximately two months at each site, gaining exposure to diverse teams, technologies, and manufacturing environments.
The final rotation is based in San Jose, California, where participants join a team of approximately 120 engineers focused on new product development. This role is highly hands-on and customer-driven, offering real-world engineering experience beyond the classroom. This is not a desk job—engineers are actively engaged in prototyping, testing, and building next-generation thermal systems in fast-paced environments.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Graduation date by May 2026
• Ability to begin the program in June 2026
• Willingness to work onsite five days a week at each assigned rotation location

Nice To Haves

• Strong curiosity and eagerness to learn through hands-on experience
• Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic work environments
• Passion for building, testing, and solving tangible engineering problems
• Interest in manufacturing, prototyping, and product development

Responsibilities

• Prototype integrated thermal systems, such as tubular heaters mounted to metal assemblies
• Work in fast-paced, customer-driven environments with evolving priorities
• Gain hands-on experience in machine shops and lab settings
• Run product tests to validate performance, reliability, and design intent
• Support the development of next-generation thermal solutions
• Adapt quickly to changing project scopes and responsibilities
• Solve real-world engineering problems through physical builds and experimentation
• Collaborate closely with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional partners
• Strengthen in-person collaboration skills by working onsite five days a week

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees