What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2024) 1 position at Engineered Air Movement (EAM)?
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of Engineered Air Movement, Cincinnati Fan is a leading manufacturer of industrial fans and blowers for OEMs and industrial applications With its high attention to detail for products that are durable, energy efficient, and unparalleled in performance, companies rely on Cincinnati Fan to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Mechanical Engineer Co-Op at SPX Cincinnati Fan, you have the potential to take part in a three-pronged rotation in engineering CAD design, manufacturing process improvements, and sales providing technical support for representatives and customers. This unique experience offers an opportunity to learn the different facets of a business with multiple semester rotations.
What you can expect in each of these roles (Job Responsibilities)
Design Engineering Role
- Provide support with a focus on engineering changes
- Aid in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
- Advance product documentation in the engineering department
- Generate bill of material, implementing updates
- Design and model new productsusing 3D and 2D CAD
Manufacturing Engineering Role
- Primarily assigned to work in the day to day operations of Manufacturing and Quality departments
- Provide support on continuous improvement projects in manufacturing processes
- Creation of work instructions and standard operating procedures
- Assist, as needed, with and 2D CAD drawing
- Potential work with robotic welding, CNC machining, welding and/or laser cutting processes
Technical Sales Application Engineering Role
- Acting liaison between Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales
- Aid in the development of solutions for internal and external customers
- Preliminary development and pricing of product design
- Generate alternatives to product requirements to keep reasonable manufacturing schedules
- Compile and distribute technical data to sales representatives and customers
Education and Experience
- Pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher
- A strong attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills
- Able to clearly articulate data and information between departments
- Solid understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
- Excellent verbal and written communication to clearly present technical information
- Must have the ability to work independently or in teams, be able to prioritize own work, and meet agreed timelines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Proficient in 3D modeling (prefer Inventor) and use 2D AutoCAD
- Safety oriented, placing safety as priority in all work performed
Travel and Working Environment
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lifting to fifty (50) pounds with assistance
- Sitting, standing, walking, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, twisting, reaching, and working at heights
- Perform repetitive motions
- Plant environment with potential exposure to harsh weather, excessive heat/ cold, and/or excessive noise
- Follow all safety rules and adhere to core value of business
- Travel is not required
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
