Kohler Co-op - New Product Development Engineering

Kohler Co. • Kohler, WI • 1d ago

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:? Onsite, 4 - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Step into the world of Kallista and help shape the next generation of luxury products where precision meets creativity. As part of our New Product Development group, you'll get hands-on experience bringing real products to life, from early design sketches to proto@type testing and final validation.

You won't just watch from the sidelines. You'll model, build, test, and problem-solve alongside engineers who turn bold ideas into high-performance designs. Every day offers a new challenge whether it's refining a complex mechanism, improving manufacturing efficiency, or testing materials that redefine what "luxury" feels like.

At Kallista, we believe great engineering is equal parts curiosity, collaboration, and craftsmanship. If you love working on products people interact with every day, enjoy digging into technical details, and thrive in a fast-moving, design-driven environment, this is your opportunity to build something extraordinary and have fun doing it.

How You'll Contribute

Showcase Your Engineering Curiosity : Apply engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving to bring new product ideas to life. Support the development and validation of components, subsystems, and full assemblies that define innovation in luxury design. Participate in technical feasibility studies and learn how data-driven decisions shape product excellence.

Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work side-by-side with experts in Engineering, Marketing, Quality, Manufacturing, and Industrial Design. Be part of the conversations that shape tough decisions, explore trade-offs, and find creative paths forward. Help transform concepts into manufacturable products that meet the highest standards of performance and design.

Engage with a Global Team: Collaborate with engineers across Kohler's worldwide Technical Centers and Centers of Excellence to share insights, support testing, and promote best practices in design efficiency and component reuse. Gain exposure to how global collaboration drives innovation and accelerates development.

Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas that improve product performance, sustainability, and process efficiency. Participate in design reviews and testing activities that push the boundaries of what's possible. Capture your learnings to strengthen team knowledge and leave a lasting impact on future products.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to real product innovation: Support the design and development of new luxury products from early concept through testing and validation, working alongside engineers who bring ideas to market.

Develop and document specifications: Help translate customer insights, regulatory needs, and technical requirements into clear product documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.

Apply and grow engineering skills: Use CAD tools to create 3D models, engineering drawings, and proto@types that support design reviews and performance testing.

Be part of the problem-solving process: Participate in product testing, data analysis, and root-cause investigations to enhance design performance and manufacturing efficiency.

Collaborate across disciplines: Work closely with design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to understand how products move from idea to production.

Share what you learn: Capture insights, lessons, and design improvements to strengthen team knowledge and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills/Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from an ABET-accredited university.

Foundational experience with 3D modeling and design tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, or similar).

Demonstrated ability to test, analyze, and solve technical problems independently, with guidance from senior engineers as needed.

Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail skills with a collaborative mindset.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on an on-going bases without company sponsorship

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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