Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Mechanical Engineering Co-op 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. 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 Additional 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 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