Research and Technology Co-Op
About The Position
The Watts Co-op Program is your chance to bring what you’ve learned in the classroom to life! You’ll dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while learning how business really works from the inside. During the program, you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make an impact on day-to-day operations. Plus, you'll have tons of opportunities to network with passionate professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and more—sparking new ideas through cross-department collaboration. It’s all about expanding your skills, challenging yourself, and exploring where your ambitions can take you! We are looking for a driven student who is interested in developing, building and testing next generation valve technologies, mechatronic solutions and/or data analytics. You will receive guidance and mentorship as you teach yourself new skills and apply them to projects. You will learn how to work in a professional environment and have ample opportunity to network with department leaders and other professionals in the Watts Water Technologies organization.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree at an accredited college.
- Familiarity with any of: mechanical design, mechatronics, analytics, fluids, electronics, data science,
- Ability to program in Python and experience with Arduino preferred
- Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills
- Ability to gather and synthesize feedback from different stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future
- Self-starter and Independent learner
- Interested in drinking water and learning about Watts Water Technologies
- GPA of 3.0 to 4.0
- Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
- Punctuality and dependability.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
- Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
- Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
- Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to program in Python and experience with Arduino preferred
Responsibilities
- Conceptualization and simulation of new solutions
- Design of new prototypes
- Run experiments and test product concepts
- Processing data from prototypes and auxiliary systems
- Develop realistic and obtainable goals using available resources (coworkers, lab, machine shop, budget, etc.)
- Obtain a deeper understanding of product development and follow a prototype from concept to implementation
- Build necessary skills for communication and interaction with industry professionals and peers
- Opportunity to understand day-to-day engineering activities and task management against project schedules by shadowing a professional
- Learn how design concepts become physical products through 3D printing and in-house Model Shop.
- Visit Watts’ Manufacturing Facility to learn how our products are made.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
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Career Level
Intern
