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Design Engineer Co-op

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LocationSpartanburg, South Carolina
Work modeon-site
Typeinternship
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentEngineering
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 9, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live5h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Sophomore standing or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related scientific discipline at an accredited four-year college or university
Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and on the production floor when required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Eagerness to learn, take on challenges, and contribute to a team environment
Ability to work a full-time internship schedule (40 hours per week) throughout the internship period
Skills
SolidWorks
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
Outlook
CAD
About the role
The Design Engineering Co-op will support product development and continuous improvement initiatives by assisting with product design, testing, manufacturing processes, and cost-reduction projects. This role provides hands-on experience in both the engineering laboratory and production environment while working closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, high-quality products.
Key Responsibilities
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Create and modify product designs using SolidWorks.
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Support new product development and existing product improvement projects through testing, analysis, and documentation.
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Conduct laboratory testing and evaluate product performance.
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Participate in Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve product value and reduce manufacturing costs.
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Develop and maintain manufacturing, assembly, and engineering documentation.
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Assist in evaluating product ergonomics, manufacturability, and safety considerations.
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Support the development and documentation of assembly processes for new product introductions.
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Analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations to improve product designs and manufacturing processes.
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Investigate design alternatives that simplify assembly, enhance performance, and reduce component costs.
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Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, recommend solutions, and assist with implementation of corrective actions.
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Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to achieve project objectives and support departmental goals.
Qualifications
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Sophomore standing or higher in a Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related scientific discipline at an accredited four-year college or university.
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Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
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Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and on the production floor when required.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
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Eagerness to learn, take on challenges, and contribute to a team environment.
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Ability to work a full-time internship schedule (40 hours per week) throughout the internship period.
This Co-op offers valuable hands-on engineering experience through real-world projects focused on product design, manufacturing processes, cost optimization, and continuous improvement. #CPE
Legal
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.