Engineering Co-op (Multiple Disciplines)

The co-op term will start in January 2027.Why Placon – You'll Love It HereGain hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment Work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals Support projects that have a direct impact on operations and business performance Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Operations teams Develop technical, analytical, and professional skills Receive mentorship and career development support Build your professional network while contributing to meaningful projectsWhat You'll DoAssignments will be based on business needs, educational background, individual skills, and areas of interest. Apply today to be considered for Engineering Co-op opportunities across our organizationPlacon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.

Engineering Co-op (Multiple Disciplines)We're seeking motivated and talented Engineering Co-op students to join our team in Madison, WI starting in January 2027. This position provides hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers on meaningful projects that support our manufacturing, product development, automation, and quality initiatives. If you're looking to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world manufacturing environment while developing technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industry experience and make a meaningful impactWork ScheduleOnsite: Monday – Friday with traditional office hours. The co-op term will start in January 2027.Why Placon – You'll Love It HereGain hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment Work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals Support projects that have a direct impact on operations and business performance Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Operations teams Develop technical, analytical, and professional skills Receive mentorship and career development support Build your professional network while contributing to meaningful projectsWhat You'll DoAssignments will be based on business needs, educational background, individual skills, and areas of interest. Responsibilities may include:Supporting engineering projects from concept through implementationAssisting with product and process design improvementsConducting testing, data collection, and analysisCreating and updating engineering documentation, drawings, and specificationsParticipating in continuous improvement initiativesSupporting manufacturing process optimization effortsCollaborating with cross-functional teams to solve technical challengesAssisting with quality investigations and corrective actionsAnalyzing production and quality data to identify improvement opportunitiesPresenting project updates and recommendations to engineering and operations teamsWhat You BringRequiredCurrently enrolled in an accredited Engineering programJunior standing or higher (rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate student)Pursuing a degree in: Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringDesign EngineeringQuality EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringOr a related Engineering fieldStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsExperience with CAD software and engineering design toolsKnowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principlesExperience with data analysis, reporting, or statistical toolsDoes this sound like you?If you're an ambitious engineering student looking to gain hands-on experience, solve real-world challenges, and contribute to meaningful projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for Engineering Co-op opportunities across our organizationPlacon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.