Design Engineering Co-Op

Posted:
11/25/2024, 10:06:23 AM

Location(s):
Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States ⋅ Iowa, United States

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

The Co-Op student will be working from January 2025 - August 2025. Due to the nature of the products currently being manufactured by Viking Pump, we adhere to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In turn, we are only able to hire US Citizens or Permanent Residents.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Engineering team at Viking Pump Inc., a Unit of IDEX Corporation, is seeking a student co-op to work within our Engineering Department in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Student will participate in design projects to support Growth & Innovation and Global Distribution business Segments. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Participate on cross-functional project teams.

  • Support New Product Development, Value Engineering, & Derivative Product projects.

  • Assist with project research through simulations & documentation.

  • Create and update models and drawings in SolidWorks.

  • Maintain part numbers and Bills of Material in ERP system.

  • Learn additive manufacturing and 3D scanning technology.

  • Aid in Engineering calculations and documentation.

  • Other engineering projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology or Industrial Technology.

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 in Major.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

  •  Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

  • CAD training w/SolidWorks experience a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENT: 

  • Ability to move within office and manufacturing complex, write by hand and keyboard, and perform general office functions.

  • Visual acuity needed for close detail work and computer use.

  • General manufacturing, warehouse and office environment.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).

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