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Cavendish Farms · 1 day ago

Mechanical Engineering Co-op Student - Fort Edward, NY - Summer/Fall 2026

Fort Edward, NY, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$25.75/hr - $27.40/hr

2+ years exp

Cavendish Farms is a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products and is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op Student for the Summer/Fall 2026 term. The role involves planning and leading projects, creating ACad drawings, and working closely with the production department to improve processes and quality.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan, implement and lead assigned projects

Create ACad drawings and details as required to support individual and departmental projects

Develop material lists, cost estimates and budget inputs

Work with contractors and business partners

Assist team to resolve operating problems with process, maintenance, and plant engineering support

Lead small project in process monitoring, investigation, and optimization

Conduct statistical studies for operation review

Work closely with production department to improve process and quality

Follow safe practices at all times

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringCAD (AutoCad LT)MS OfficeDatabase (SharePoint)ProfessionalismContinuous ImprovementCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering degree

2 years completed in current degree program

Must be fluent in MS Office, Excel, Word, Power Point

Experience with CAD (AutoCad LT), Database (SharePoint)

Must have a high level of professionalism and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

Must have excellent interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills

Able to work in a highly organized manner where detail, accuracy, confidentiality, balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines are critical

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct themselves in a professional, respectful and ethical manner at all times, carry out all job responsibilities in accordance with site safety rules and expectations, actively participate in the innovation and improvement of the site and company, and 'find a better way every day.'

The successful candidate will have a passion for continuous improvement, a creative mind, and a great attitude