Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Lebanon, United States - Copeland

Description

**What to Expect in our Co-op Program:**

Expand your technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. Copeland co-ops are given meaningful work, support, and mentorship from experienced managers and key business leaders. There is the potential to gain knowledge and experience in a variety of ways by exploring opportunities associated with your major and rotating through multiple departments.

Our co-ops are a key talent pipeline for full-time employment opportunities after graduation at our many locations.

If you are a **Mechanical Engineering Student** looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you Based in our **Lebanon, MO** location, you will improve your skills learned in the classroom by balancing the priorities of multiple engineering teams and projects. You will collaborate with different departments in addition to their own, in areas such as Manufacturing, Sales, Materials, Management, etc. You will need to be willing to spend time in a manufacturing setting, in a lab/testing environment, and/or be willing to work in an office setting. Your responsibilities will combine individual tasks as well as collaborative work or group projects.

**AS A MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CO-OP, RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO YOU:**

+ Assisting with various research, testing, and evaluations

+ Processing documentation and conducting data analysis

+ Conducting manufacturing audits

+ Attending department, team and project meetings as necessary

+ Assisting with process improvement projects tied to manufacturing

+ Collaborating with other engineers, teams and departments

**WHO YOU ARE:**

You try different solutions for problems and learn from the results. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You prepare content for communication that is impactful.

**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:**

+ Undergraduate Student currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Materials or related field

+ Ability to work 40 hours a week during the scheduled semester

+ Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship for this role will not be provided

**PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:**

+ Undergraduate Student currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Materials

+ Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

+ Sophomore or higher class standing

+ Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical and decision-making skills, and PC skills including Microsoft Office

+ Previous Co-op or Intern Experience with Copeland or another company

**Benefits**

Copeland places a high value on ensuring that employees have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, holiday pay, 401k participation with a competitive immediate match, and an online wellness rewards program.

**Why Work in the Lebanon, MO Area**

Our facility in Lebanon, MO is located on Interstate 44 and Historic Route 66 in the scenic Ozarks of South-Central Missouri. We enjoy a small-town community with a Lebanon population of 14,628 and Laclede County population of 36,069. Our area is known for Bennett Spring State Park, lakes, rivers, hunting, and fishing. Lebanon is home to several boat manufacturers and two stock-car racing tracks. Lebanon is also centrally located, just 1 hour from the City of Springfield and 2.5 hours from St. Louis. Why not work and play where you can make your vacation home your Home?

We are only 35 minutes from the World-Famous Lake of the Ozarks. For the outdoor enthusiasts, we have Bennett Spring, MO which is an unincorporated community. Home of the Bennett Spring State Park which has the third or fourth-largest natural spring in the State with an average daily flow of about 100-million gallons. Bennett Spring is home to Missouris largest trout park featuring fishing, camping, hiking, dining, and lodging. We also have the Niangua River which is host to numerous campgrounds, canoes, rafts, and kayaks and is a premier water attraction for outdoor enthusiasts.

**About our Location**

Our plant in Lebanon, MO is Copeland's flagship operation for scroll compressor assembly and a machining powerhouse for main bearing housings and scroll elements. With over 60 million scroll compressors produced in the past 27 years.

**Our Commitment to Our People**

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. Thats why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable futurefor our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity and the power to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team

**Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**

At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.

**Work Authorization**

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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**About Copeland**

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today

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