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Schaeffler · 2 days ago

Co-op Mechatronics Engineering - Fall 2026

Troy, MI

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company seeking co-op students to gain engineering experience. The role involves supporting engineering projects aligned with current research and development initiatives, collaborating with teams, and contributing to innovative mechatronic system designs.

AutomotiveIndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support hardware architecture design, including component sizing and selection, in contributing to development and/or validation of complex mechatronic systems (e.g., selection of mirco-processors, sensors, actuators, DAQ devices, signal processing circuits for HiL test environments)

Perform data analysis in supporting system characterization/modeling, continuous improvement efforts, calibration, triage and validation activities

Develop (i.e., architect, design, implement, validate, and parameterize) algorithms to enable intended system function in coordination with stakeholder and application requirements

Interfacing teams – effectively communicate with these cross functional teams in order to effectively complete assigned tasks

Need to be responsible, able to work independently, and open to instruction

S/he will be given developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands-on training, and exposure to Schaeffler's technological processes

Qualification

3D CAD modelingMechanical EngineeringMicrosoft Office SuiteData analysisPrioritizationMechanical hobbyistSAE collegiate competitionCommunicationSelf-motivatedProblem-solving

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester

Experience in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication ability (written & verbal)

Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results

Assertive approach to solving problems

Ability to prioritize

The ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, and lift and move thirty pounds

Preferred

SAE collegiate competition team (Formula, Baja, etc.) preferred

3D CAD modeling and software preferred

Mechanical hobbyist preferred

Benefits

Competitive wages

3 paid vacation days per work term

Paid holidays & vacation

401K match up to 6%

Employee Appreciation Events

Continuous learning opportunities through in-person, hybrid, and virtual training opportunities

Company

Schaeffler

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Schaeffler is a supplier of automotive and industrial sectors for inventions and developments in the fields of motion and mobility.

Founded in 1964

Herzogenaurach, Bayern, DEU

10001+ employees

https://www.schaeffler.us

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