Gates Corporation · 11 hours ago
2026 Innovation in Engineering Program
Gates Corporation is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. They are seeking participants for the 2026 Innovation in Engineering Program, a two-year project-based program that offers hands-on experience in various engineering disciplines and facilities.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
At Gates you’re going to learn fast
You’re going to be challenged
You’re going to get the hands-on experience you will need for a long, successful career
The 2026 Gates Innovation in Engineering Program will take you down a path of limitless opportunity
This two-year project based program offers the opportunity to work in one or more of the Gates’ Development & Technical Centers and Production Facilities across the US (specifically but not limited to Colorado, Michigan, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas)
In order to increase Gates’ knowledge and development, assignments will span multiple facilities and/or functions during the length of the program
Program participants will join Gates’ engineering team and innovate in the science of motion performance
Whether your engineering focus is in manufacturing, material science, process, quality, or research and development, you can help Gates build efficient and effective components and systems for the industrial and automotive worlds
The purpose of this program is to accelerate professional development through project-based business assignments
And the benefits are to gain diverse engineering and manufacturing experience
Qualification
Required
Must be a current B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical, Manufacturing, Chemical or Industrial Engineering with an expected Graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026
Relocation will be provided for candidates that meet the requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship
Excellent communication (verbal and written), ability to work as a contributing member of a fast paced engineering team
Positive attitude and strong desire to learn
Geographically mobile (you will receive relocation assistance)
Exhibits the Gates values in all actions and decisions (Values can be found at https://www.gates.com/us/en/about-us/company-overview.html)
Global mindset and the ability to thrive in a diverse culture and environment
Preferred
Internship or Co-Op experience in Manufacturing environment, strongly preferred
Prior experience using Engineering software (CAD/CAM), preferred
Benefits
Sign-On Bonus
Relocation is provided
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Gates Corporation
We are a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
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