Mechanical Rotational Engineer

Watlow Controls•San Jose, CA

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Mechanical Engineering Rotational Program Location: San Jose, California About Watlow: 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 nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility. Program Overview: Participants will rotate through three different Watlow locations, spending approximately two months at each site. The final rotation will take place in San Jose, California, where they'll join a team of 120 engineers focused on new product development. This includes prototyping integrated thermal systems-such as tubular heaters mounted onto metal assemblies-in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. The work is dynamic and hands-on, with engineers spending time in the machine shop, running product tests, and building next-generation solutions. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as responsibilities shift rapidly to meet evolving customer needs. This is not a desk job-expect to be on your feet, solving problems, and contributing directly to innovation. The Watlow rotational program offers students a chance to be part of a team working on projects that matter. It provides valuable experience beyond the classroom, allowing participants to build their engineering careers in a meaningful way.

Requirements

Graduated or Graduating by May 2026
Ability to start June 2026
Willingness to work in person, five days a week, at each assigned location

Responsibilities

Prototyping integrated thermal systems such as tubular heaters mounted onto metal assemblies
Working in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment with frequent changes and evolving priorities
Hands-on engineering experience in machine shops and lab settings-not limited to desk work
Running product tests to validate performance, reliability, and design intent
Building next-generation solutions that push the boundaries of thermal technology
Adapting quickly to shifting responsibilities and project scopes
Solving real-world problems through physical builds, experimentation, and collaboration
Contributing directly to innovation in a dynamic, team-based setting
Developing flexibility and resilience in response to customer needs and rapid iteration cycles
Strengthening in-person collaboration skills by working on-site five days a week