Mechanical Engineer Co-op Fall 2026

Mechanical Engineer Co-op Fall 2026 Company: Tampa Electric Company State and City: Florida - Mulberry Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days The TECO Energy Internship & Cooperative Education Program offers college degree‑seeking students the opportunity for professional growth while meeting the business needs of the company. The program is an extension of the educational process, providing practical experience to complement formal classroom work. The co‑op program recruits students from colleges to give them an opportunity to work in a professional environment related to their field of study. Position Summary / Details This position is for a full‑time (40 hours/week) mechanical engineering student in their junior year or higher, enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering program. The student position enables TECO to utilize cost‑effective technical support/knowledge to supplement the engineering and technical staff within Asset Management / O&PM and the stations. It also creates a channel for TECO to hire highly motivated and effective entry‑level engineers proven to be capable of becoming future leaders. Accountabilities Develop inspection planning spreadsheet and inspection reports. Perform equipment inspections. Develop CAD drawings and sketches. Function as a liaison between Asset Management and the stations by attending meetings and documenting action items related to Asset Management. Review, communicate, and file documents as directed by Asset Management engineers. Physical Location of Co‑op Big Bend Station, CM Building 13031 Wyandotte Road Gibsonton, FL 33534 Working Conditions Combination of plant/field and office environment. Must be willing and able to work in dusty, hot, and noisy environments. Preferred Availability Full‑time (40 hours) Qualifications Education: Enrolled in an ABET accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate‑level post‑secondary educational program in a related discipline. Co‑Op Requirements: Enrollment in the university’s co‑op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for the co‑op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Required Degree: Engineering Preferred/Related Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Year in School: Junior or Senior Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: AutoCAD, MS Office Emera Leadership Competencies Builds strong, collaborative relationships Cultivates innovation and embraces change Develops people and teams Drives operational excellence for customers Speaks up on safety, health, and the environment Takes ownership & acts with integrity Thinks strategically & exercises sound judgement Benefits Competitive salary; 401(k) savings plan with company matching; pension plan; paid time off; paid holiday time; medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; tuition assistance program; employee assistance program; wellness programs; on‑site fitness centers; bonus plan and more. Storm Duty Requirements Tampa Electric and its sister companies provide critical services to our community during emergencies and disasters. Team members are required to participate in response and recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to TECO customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures. Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and abilities. Pay Transparency Non‑Discrimination Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is: (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge; (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer; or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c) ADA Policy It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s. Application Accommodations Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed. Pre‑employment Physical Exams Pre‑employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job‑related physical requirements regardless of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Teco Peoples Gas