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AFL Engineering Co-Op

The positions will provide technical assistance supporting AFL in the areas of design, development, applications, process, and quality engineering.

The Engineering Co-ops will rotate from college and AFL each semester. During the rotations, the co-ops will be assigned to different areas each semester allowing the co-op to gain experience in different areas of engineering.

The Engineering Co-ops will be assigned to work with a senior engineer or manager. The Engineering co-ops will also be supported with monthly meetings and mentorship with the Co-op Coordinator.

Available starting semesters: Spring 2027

What We Offer!

• Corporate Housing- AFL offers corporate housing to all non-local students free of charge!
• Gas Stipend- for those students who are driving more than 50 miles, AFL will offer a gas stipend to alleviate some of that financial burden
• Great Pay!
• 401K Company match (up to 4%- dollar for dollar)

Responsibilities may include:

• Research and provide input on manufacturing process-related issues.
• Partner with Process Engineering teams to support production line improvements - conduct time studies, map value streams, and help implement and validate process changes on the manufacturing floor.
• Analyze manufacturing data, process flows, and material routings to develop improvement recommendations.
• Document and report results of process improvement recommendations to management.
• Assist Development Engineers in the design and production of products.
• Work with the Test Engineer to design, develop, and build test fixtures to support fiber optic testing to industry specifications.
• Learn test procedures and work alongside technical associates to perform testing utilizing a variety of testing and inspection equipment.
• Create CAD drawings or 3-D models of concept designs, and submit to suppliers for quotation.
• Perform fiber optic testing to troubleshoot product design and processing anomalies.
• Participate in fiber optic training sessions.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• At least Sophomore standing with a minimum 2.75 GPA

Competencies for success:

• Display a willingness to learn
• Detail - oriented
• Proficient in MS Office
• Proficient in data analysis software programs
• Proficient with CAD software