New Product Development Engineering Co-Op

ABOUT THE JOB

As a New Product Development Engineering Co-op, you will work alongside our Product Engineers at the Therma-Tru Innovation Center to support the New Product Development process, taking products from ideation to commercialization. In this position, you will support the development of products that will drive our company’s growth as the nation's leading manufacturer of fiberglass and steel exterior door systems, and the most preferred brand of entry doors among building professionals in the U.S. In this role, you will support the team through the processes of material selection, analysis, and full design implementation. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and apply problem solving, work on cross-functional teams and learn about the product engineering process.

YOUR ROLE:

• Design, implement and interpret testing for product qualification
• Experiment development and documentation based on company and industry standards
• Data manipulation and collection during engineering trials
• Implementing engineering and design changes
• Documentation of engineering and material specifications
• Independent product and component design
• Assist engineering and cross-functional teams to resolve process/quality problems
• Ability to work in a cross functional environment
• May perform other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program focusing on mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited university
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD (Solidworks and/or Solid Edge or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• US Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Great verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of mechanical design concepts for plastic, metal, and composite materials
• Exposure to DOE’s, Tolerance Stack-ups • Self-motivated problem solver who enjoys working in a “hands-on” environment
• Self-directed and motivated for completion of projects
• Be able to schedule and complete projects from start to finish

BENEFITS

• $250/week housing stipend
• Co-Op Fee Reimbursement
• Work on your own projects

EMPLOYEE PERKS

• Casual and fun open concept office equipped with a Ping-Pong Table
• No Dress Code!
• Work at a State of the Art technically advanced building with an onsite analytical and physical properties lab for material and product testing and experimentation

This opportunity is for a full-time summer, part-time fall, and spring internship and could potentially be extended depending on business needs and performance. In addition, there would be a $250.00 housing stipend if candidate meets program criteria.

Candidates for positions with Therma-Tru must be legally authorized to permanently work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including student visas.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Fortune Brands Doors & Security (Master Lock/Therma-Tru Doors) is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, marital/family/caregiver status, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local low. Fortune Brands Doors & Security also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Candidates for positions with Fortune Brands Doors & Security must be able to present proof of identity and work eligibility post hire. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position and accordingly this position is not appropriate for foreign students who will require sponsorship in the future, including assistance with an Optional Practical Training (OPT) F-1 extension.

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