Co-op: Manufacturing Engineer (Spring 2027)
Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Engineering Co-op to join our Machining Engineering team in Hagerstown. You will gain hands-on experience solving real manufacturing challenges while working alongside experienced engineers supporting advanced machining processes and equipment. This role is an opportunity to apply your coursework, explore new manufacturing technologies, and contribute ideas that improve safety, quality, and process performance.
We are looking for someone who is curious about where manufacturing is going next and excited to turn data, technology, and engineering fundamentals into practical solutions.
What You Will Do.
- Support machining processes including CNC equipment, tooling, and process development.
- Analyze manufacturing data to improve process capability, quality, and performance.
- Participate in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
- Develop CAD designs and support implementation of manufacturing solutions.
- Explore opportunities to apply automation, analytics, and emerging technologies.
- Work directly with engineers, operators, maintenance, and other manufacturing partners.
- Support a safe, efficient, and continuously improving production environment.
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- Completed 30 semester hours before the co-op starts with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- Co-ops are not enrolled in academic courses during their co-op rotation and may work up to 40 hours per week.
- Experience with CAD software; Autodesk Inventor or AutoCAD preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Curious, initiative, and has an interest in learning how manufacturing technology is evolving.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Has coursework or hands-on experience with machining, CNC equipment, tooling, or manufacturing processes.
- Enjoys working with data to identify trends, solve problems, and improve process performance.
- Has exposure to statistics, data analytics, programming, or data science.
- Is curious about automation, AI, machine learning, and emerging manufacturing technologies.
- Has familiarity with CNC programming, CAM software, or machining simulation.
- Brings new ideas, asks thoughtful questions, and looks for better ways of working.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation, plus you will enjoy:
Opportunities for Growth:
Gain practical experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
Develop skills in machining, process improvement, and quality control.
Potential for full-time employment upon graduation based on performance and organizational needs.
Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.
Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown