Production Engineer Intern

WHAT TO EXPECT IN OUR UNIVERSITY RELATIONS PROGRAM:

Expand your technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. Copeland students are given meaningful work, support, and mentorship from experienced managers and key business leaders.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation, flexible dress code policy, and paid holidays

• Opportunities for networking and professional development

• Our students are a key talent pipeline for full-time employment opportunities after graduation at our many locations.

If you are a MECHANICAL ENGINEERING student looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our CUDAHY, WISCONSIN location, you will perform tasks related to the design and production of industrial compression equipment under the direction of your assigned Engineering Manager. You will work directly with the Engineering department to assist with product design, manufacturing, and testing, while gaining valuable experience in engineering

AS A PRODUCTION ENGINEER INTERN, YOU WILL:

• Participate in design reviews for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, contract requirements, and related codes and specifications

• Review specific designs and make recommendations for product improvements

• Operate CAD software to design, draw, and/or update components, parts, equipment, etc. within customer specifications, and according to company standards for quality and manufacturability

• Test designed compression equipment in-house and/or at customer sites

• Perform calculations required for the design of compressor parts or system components

• Confer with vendors to investigate sources of special equipment, material, and/or devices, and acquire quotes and prepare requisitions

• Assist with the electronic conversion and storage of historical files

• Contribute as a technical resource to the shop, customers, sales, and other departments to address and resolve questions and problems

• Participate in multi-functional teams to address new design issues and resolve problems to ensure the continuous, ongoing improvement of processes and methods

WHO YOU ARE:

You are an action-oriented person that ensures accountability and drives results.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Undergraduate student currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Ability to work full-time during summer 2024 and part-time throughout the school year

• Ability to read and interpret documents, such as drawings, specifications, codes, and standards

• Effective written and oral communication skills, including typical uses of Microsoft Office

• Understanding of how to calculate stress, system flow rates, and loads using the concepts of algebra, trigonometry, geometry, physics, the strength of materials, thermodynamics, statics, and dynamics to resolve technical issues

• Ability to understand and solve a wide variety of technical problems with little mentorship

• Legal Authorization to work in the United States

• Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Undergraduate student currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

• Ability to operate 3D CAD software

Benefits

Copeland places a high value on ensuring that employees have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401K participation, and holiday pay.

Flexible Work Schedule

• Core Hours

This role has the flexibility of a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00am

• 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

Why Work in the Greater Milwaukee Area

Cudahy is a quaint community located in Milwaukee County, where clean neighborhoods mingle with acres of parkland, major transportation access, and big-city attractions all within an arm's reach, with a small-town feel. Cudahy has six county parks and 823 acres of parkland, seasonal farmers markets in front of City Hall, and an extravagant Fourth of July celebration. With lots of community involvement, the city has many family-friendly events throughout the year.

The area is home to several major league sports teams including the Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Brewers, with Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, just 2 hours away!

Traveling in and out of the area is also a breeze! General Mitchell International Airport is just minutes away, with Chicago O'Hare International Airport just a little over an hour away.

About our Location

The 150-year history of the Vilter brand tells a rich story of perseverance and drive to cultivate continuous innovation within the industrial refrigeration and gas compression industries. Vilter offers the latest products and solutions for industrial refrigerators and oil and gas compression. Approximately 225 employees work in Cudahy, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Cudahy location.