Mechanical Engineering Co-op

RENK America • Muskegon, MI • 5d ago

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

Description

The Transmission Mechanical Engineering Co-op will support staff mechanical design engineers on transmission and gearbox development programs. With each subsequent work term, the co-op student will take on increasingly complex tasks as their familiarity with the products, tools, and processes expands in addition to knowledge gained through coursework. The Transmission Mechanical Engineering Co-op will assist with design, integration, and test of mechanical systems such as transmissions and gearboxes for military ground vehicles including tanks, self propelled artillery, and infanty fighting vehicles. Projects may include any stage of the product development cycle including research, design, modeling & analysis, prototyping, and testing (bench, dyno, or vehicle). The Transmission Mechanical Engineering Co-op will work under close supervision of a Mentor. Rotational assignments in other departments or for other disciplines are not included at this time.

Essential Functions:

Transmission or gear box engineering tasks as assigned by Mentor or other design engineers on the team

Support the development of CAD models and drawings

Perform minor mechanical, hydraulic, and thermal analyses

Support requirements derivation and verification

Assist with test plan generation

Support test activities including bench, dynamometer, and vehicle level testing

Perform data analysis

Participate in root cause failure analysis investigations on mechanical systems

Position Requirements

Qualifications:

Candidate enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree program at Kettering University in Mechanical Engineering with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Completed at least 1 year in pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and/or Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)

Good written and verbal communication

Must be able to move freely, with or without reasonable accommodation, throughout a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Addtional Skills:

PTC CREO or other CAD software

GD&T knowledge

Ability to perform engineering calculations such as mechanical stress, thermal/heat transfer, fluids

Ability to participate in technical discussions, complete assignments within budget and schedule, and work with minimal supervision

Ability to manage and organize multiple project tasks to meet established deadlines

Previous experience with transmission or gear box components and concepts such as:

Hydraulic systems, control valves, and pumps

Gears, planetary sets, bearings, clutches, brakes, structural housings, and shafts

Geartrain performance parameters such as speed, torque, power, and gear ratio

Integration into a vehicle and performance evaluation

Hybrid Vehicle / Powertrain experience

RENK America is an Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans/disability

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

EOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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