Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineer Co-op
About The Position
Position Summary: The Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Co-op [Summer-2026] will be involved in the design and engineering of new wearable augmented reality devices, smart glasses, and their accessories and systems as well as working with manufacturing engineers to transition from prototype to volume manufacturing at our facility. The Coop will take part in various aspects of design and engineering of electro/mechanical/optical devices and their supporting systems, including concept work and prototyping, CAD design, testing, and general Mfg Eng support. This position will also support the functions of the R&D – Mechanical Department to meet the requirements of the relevant ISO 9001:2015 standards based on the quality objectives established by Top Management.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled in a degreed program preferably in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- Self-motivated and driven to learn about new tools and concepts.
- Proficient in Parametric 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks.
- Basic hands-on mechanical proficiency.
Nice To Haves
- Junior or Senior in degree program.
- Prior related work experience or internship.
- Experience in AR, VR, or MR systems.
- Experience with electronic and/or optical systems.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction and guidance of a Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Manager and Director of Product Development, learn to provide Mechanical Engineering support for various new and existing products and accessories as well as supporting the Manufacturing Engineering team.
- Design and modify mechanical portions of existing and future products and fixtures using SolidWorks CAD software.
- Create bills of materials, drawings, supporting documentation, and manufacturing work instructions.
- Collaborate with various R&D teams; Electrical, Optical, and Quality Engineering to develop robust, accurate assemblies and systems that are optimized for size, performance, and DFMA.
- Analyze the tolerance stack up of complicated miniature assemblies and incorporate findings into design.
- Provide Engineering support to production groups in the form of collaboration on fixture design, testing, and assembly pilots.
- Design, assemble, and test prototypes and mock-ups using 3D printing and other rapid prototyping techniques.
- Support manufacturing engineering by troubleshooting processes and equipment, writing work instructions, process flow improvements, and occasionally operating equipment/machinery.
- Design, complete, and document assembly and product level testing using molded prototypes and early production products.
- Support or conduct investigative and reliability testing to mechanical and/or thermal parts/assemblies.
- Help maintain and operate equipment used in engineering such as 3D printers, tools, and test equipment.
- Meets required ISO 9001:2015 standards and necessary training based on the relevant Quality Objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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