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Manufacturing Engineering Co-op (Fall 2026)

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$18.87 - 30.5 hourly

Job Description - Manufacturing Engineering Co-op (Fall 2026)


Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.


 


We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 


Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op for Fall Semester 2026. This position is located in Hilliard, Ohio. Application deadline is July 13th, 2026.


 


The Engineering Intern will be a key member of the manufacturing engineering team on business-critical projects that support quality and productivity improvements of our products and processes. Battelle’s Ground Systems team designs and builds specially equipped vehicles and systems. The intern will have the opportunity to be a team member and/or lead projects within this group. 

Responsibilities


  • Design/build fixture and test equipment 

  • Development/refinement of work instructions 

  • Design/refine assembly processes 

  • Implementation of Lean Manufacturing Techniques 

  • New product manufacturing introduction 

  • Troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical assemblies  

Key Qualifications


  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical or similar Engineering Area with at least one year of academic classes completed 

  • Related automotive work experience (paid or unpaid) is preferred.

  • Minimum GPA 3.0 

  • Basic Understanding of Engineering Drawings with the ability to use AutoCAD or similar CAD software to produce detailed drawings 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel   

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) 

  • Proven high degree of personal motivation and discipline to perform duties with minimal direct daily supervision 

  • Must be available to work 40 hours/week.

  • High level of independent thinking and resourcefulness to develop and propose solutions to problems 

  • Ability to provide well organized and thorough summary and detail information on projects or elements of projects for project updates/reviews 

  • Ability to interface with various levels of staff from other engineers, to management, to production assemblers 

  • Ability to successfully prioritize and work multiple tasks concurrently 

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance 

Compensation Data

The salary range for this role is $18.87-$30.50 per hour, in addition to a $2,000 housing stipend for students relocating more than 50 miles from home and university. Internship pay is benchmarked against national averages taking into consideration a student's major and year in school.  


Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.



  • Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

  • Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

  • Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

  • Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

  • Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

  • Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. 

  • Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.


A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

 

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:



  • Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects 

  • Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

  • Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment

  • Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

  • Give back to and improve our communities


Vaccinations & Safety Protocols


Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).


Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.  We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.


The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.


 


For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers


 


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