Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Estados Unidos - 191065 - Koch

Your Job

Chentronics, LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op to join our team in Norwich, NY for Fall/Winter 2026. This onsite role provides hands-on experience in real-world mechanical engineering design, product development, and manufacturing support for industrial flame detection and ignition systems. Working alongside experienced engineers and a dedicated mentor, you will contribute to the design, testing, validation, documentation, and implementation of products used in demanding industrial applications.

Onsite Role – Norwich, NY

This co-op opportunity is designed as a full-time, onsite assignment in Norwich, New York. Co-op durations may vary between 4–8 months depending on the student's academic program and university schedule.

Our Team

Chentronics, part of Koch Engineered Solutions and Koch Industries, has been a pioneer in industrial ignition and flame detection systems since 1974. From spark-gap ignition systems to modern semiconductor-based exciters and flame scanners, we continue to lead with quality, innovation, and solutions that solve complex ignition problems across Utilities, Petrochemical, Industrial, and Marine applications.

What You Will Do

Assist with the design and implementation of electromechanical products, including igniters, output harnesses, and exciters
Assist with the development and improvement of production processes, systems, and tools
Collaborate with a diverse engineering team through all phases of product development, including concept, design, testing, verification, documentation, and production support
Create and update 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
Develop and implement engineering test plans
Prepare production documentation including part drawings, assembly prints, test procedures, and related engineering documents
Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback
Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts related to product performance, manufacturability, and reliability

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
Will be enrolled as a junior-level student or higher at the start of the co-op assignment
Available to work full-time onsite in Norwich, NY for the duration of the co-op term (4–8 months)

What Will Put You Ahead

Experience using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar tools
Experience creating and revising CAD models and engineering drawings
Exposure to engineering testing, product development, manufacturing, or production processes

For this role, we anticipate paying $28 - $30 per hour.

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Who We Are

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).