Co-op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Summer 2027)

MSA Safety is a purpose-driven company focused on using innovation and technology to help protect people and assets worldwide. The Mechanical Engineer Co-op will contribute to new product development across safety product areas through testing, design, drafting, prototyping, and process improvement while collaborating with international teams and suppliers.

What you'll do:

• Work as an individual contributor on teams developing new products in our Fire Service, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, Head Protection, or Textiles (Fire fighter turnout gear etc)
• Hands-on experience with testing and lab equipment
• Provide support and develop improvement ideas for existing products & processes
• Drafting, designing, and prototyping products
• Collaborating with international associates and external suppliers to complete project goals
• Gaining an awareness of budgetary, manufacturing and sourcing limitations

What they're looking for:

• * Fundamental mechanical engineering knowledge
• * Demonstrated creativity and problem solving skills
• * Ability to use software tools to record, analyze, and document test data
• * Ability to multi-task and complete assignments in a timely manner
• * Hands-on technical aptitude
• * Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and presentation
• * Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (outlook, excel, word, etc.)
• * Ability to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Incumbent should be actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering at an ABET-accredited school and have completed at least one semester of Sophomore year
• * Proficient with CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar)
• * Experience with FEA tools (Ansys, LS-DYNA, or similar)
• * Testing experience (design, execution, and analysis)

Benefits:

• Onsite work arrangement