Production Engineering Co-Op (Machine Maintenance)

The Raymond Corporation • Muscatine, IA

4d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a motivated Production Engineering Co-Op - Machine Maintenance to join our team in 2027! This offers hands-on experience in the Maintenance department, where you’ll work on meaningful projects and gain insight into Maintenance performance. You’ll collaborate with the Maintenance Engineering team, as well as mentors and leadership, building skills that will help launch your career!

Requirements

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related post-secondary program.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Availability to be onsite full-time at our Muscatine, IA location for a co-op assignment for one of the following durations: Spring - Summer, Summer only, or Summer & Fall.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP, Power BI, AutoCAD, or Microsoft Power Apps is considered an asset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges

Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment failure history and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs to improve reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Develop SAP-based dashboards to track key maintenance KPIs and provide data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
• Create, update, and standardize maintenance procedures, work instructions, and process documentation to support ISO certification requirements.
• Assist maintenance technicians with equipment drawings, troubleshooting guides, and visual work instructions to improve problem-solving and prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Play a key role in the annual plant-wide summer shutdown, working alongside engineers, contractors, and maintenance professionals to execute major equipment overhauls and capital projects.

Benefits

• Wage - $20.00 - $30.00+ per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.
• Paid Housing (furnishings, utilities, & Wi-Fi included) — eligibility limited to employees residing 50+ miles outside the work location
• Hands-On Experience in Maintenance Engineering
• Mentorship from Experienced Professionals
• Direct Exposure to Senior Leadership & Executive Team
• Company-Sponsored Events & Intern Socials
• Paid Community Service Hours
• Mental Health Advocate Services
• Best in class work culture!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed