Crown Equipment Corporation · 5 hours ago
Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Fall 2026
Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op to assist full-time engineers in mechanical design, hydraulics, drivetrains, motors, simulation analysis, and testing procedures for innovative forklifts and material handling equipment.
Industrial
Responsibilities
Assisting a Fulltime Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical engineering expertise in the area of mechanical design, hydraulics, drivetrains, motors, simulation analysis, or engineering testing procedures
Assist in the design and development of innovative forklifts and material handling equipment, focusing on one of the following:
Mechanical Design - Create layouts of proposed design ensuring that designs are functional, safe, reliable, serviceable, manufacturable, cost-effective and aesthetically and ergonomically correct. Select appropriate materials, organize bill of materials data and approve detail drawings
Hydraulics - Propose hydraulic systems to satisfy vehicle performance and reliability goals. Develop specifications to meet goals, design systems, and specify components. Oversee design activities necessary to develop, prototype, and launch an approved system and components
Drivetrains - Introduce alternate drive train concepts to meet definitions or specifications. Perform appropriate analysis of proposed gear drive, including gears, bearings, shafts, and housings for the variety of operating conditions expected to be encountered
Motors - Research new motor designs, materials, and components. Research manufacturing processes. Provide cost estimates for projects. Write design documentation
Simulation Analysis - Perform structural or stability analysis of proposed or existing product, structure, or component designs to ensure that design goals are met. Analyze failed structures or components to determine probable causes of failure. Perform basic load and stress calculations and perform analysis using finite element analysis and fatigue life prediction tools
Testing Procedures - Identify the commonly used concepts, methods, and procedures for the detailed development and analysis of experimental and standardized tests for new and modified products or components. Devise and apply validation procedures for components and systems under development. Evaluate new components and technologies
Qualification
Required
Candidate should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Good written and verbal communication, analytical skills, and interpersonal skills
Candidate must have a reliable means of transportation
Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States
Company
Crown Equipment Corporation
Crown is one of the world’s largest material handling companies.
Funding
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2025-08-23
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