Advanced Manufacturing Technology Engineer Co-Op

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Co-Op Summary:

Trane Technologies’ Co-Op Program provides current college students with meaningful assignments, leadership training, valuable exposure to our company's senior leaders and opportunities to network. Our Co-Op is offered to candidates working towards their Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or General Engineering field and will operate full-time from January to June as we work with your University towards Academic Credit for your work. 

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Job Summary：

We have multiple co-op positions available with our Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) team, which is responsible for developing,  standardizing and validating leading-edge manufacturing technologies for efficient use in our many factories around the world.

Our Davidson, NC facility is a Global center of technology assessment for the company.  The AMT Co-Op role will help us prepare and execute tests using a variety of technologies including robots, 3D printing, automation and digital systems.  Under the guidance of AMT management, you will:

• Safely and effectively assemble equipment and prepare test scenarios
• Construct workbenches, racks, cages, lighting, etc.
• Complete mechanical, electrical, data and sensor connections for test equipment
• Validate test setup readiness with AMT workstream owners
• Perform tests of advanced manufacturing technologies
• Run tests to determine technology capabilities
• Gather test data in a structured format and perform baseline data analyses
• Pre- and post-process test materials and assess their performance against stated goals
• Document findings and observations from the test and test equipment
• Create initial drafts of technology standards, based on learned best practices and test results
• “Own” the performance of equipment (e.g., 3D printers), by operating and maintaining that equipment to OEM specs
• Communicate observations and outcomes with test owners and other stakeholders
• Coordinate with other functional teams, such as Shipping, EHS, Procurement, and Facilities
• As we hire the majority of our full-time positions through our intern & co-op talent, successful candidates will have an opportunity to interview for full-time positions. 

Onsite in Davidson, NC

What you will bring: 

• We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative team members who understand the importance of collaboration and customer focus.
• Must be currently enrolled in a BS/BA in an Engineering-major with a cumulative overall GPA at or above 3.0 throughout the duration of the program
• Must be available to work Full-time for 6 consecutive months
• Collaborate with others to foster effective teamwork by linking own responsibilities to the team’s goals and needs - zeal for new information, knowledge, and experiences
• Establish courses of action for self and others to ensure work is completed efficiently; ability to prioritize tasks based on importance
• Demonstrated leadership: campus organizations, sports team captain, resident advisor, etc. or exceptional leadership on work projects
• U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Equal Employment Opportunity:   
 

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status. 

This role has been designated by the Company as Safety Sensitive.