What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Mechanical Engineering Co-Op position at X-ES?
Apply a broad range of mechanical engineering and 3D design practice to assist various functional areas in meeting their strategic goals through continuous improvement activities. Provide project support and design ownership, within the manufacturing department and advise on design improvements.
This position is full-time and in-person at our Verona, WI facility from January – August 2026. This typically requires students to take a semester off of school to accommodate.
Specific responsibilities may include:
- Improve product quality, efficiency and the user experience through mechanical design of jigs, fixtures, tooling, mechanical systems and execution of equipment qualification
- Real world experience of parametric modeling, additive manufacturing (3D Prototyping) and production level fabrication for a complete understanding of the engineering design process
- Mentored, hands-on learning of the development cycle while using practical design methods and various engineering tools, to transform ideas into tangible, value-add solutions
- Engineering analysis and design testing to ensure successful, design implementation
- Support the product design and manufacturing process through novel design solutions that make a positive and lasting impact
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering or a relevant degree with a Design or Manufacturing Engineering emphasis
Compensation and Benefits
Extreme Engineering Solutions offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits, including:
- No-deductible, low-copay group health insurance (90% employer paid)
- Safe Harbor 401(k) contribution
X-ES also takes a casual, small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madison’s growing tech corridor, there’s no formal dress code, flexible scheduling, and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES, we strive to offer a comfortable, relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.
X-ES is proud of its strong university partnerships and offers multiple student opportunities each year. Student employees make direct contributions to the company’s products, processes, and day-to-day operations.
About X-ES
X-ES is proud of its strong university partnerships and offers multiple student opportunities each year. Student employees make direct contributions to the company’s products, processes, and day-to-day operations.
When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.
Extreme Engineering Solutions is located in Madison, WI area. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information, visit www.xes-inc.com.
Extreme Engineering Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by law
All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section 39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.
