Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op - Hunter Engineering Company

Do you have a passion for manufacturing engineering? We’re hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op for our company’s headquarters in Bridgeton, Missouri. If you possess:

• Major studies in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Mechatronics & Robotics Engineering
• Interest in manufacturing processes and analysis

Hunter could be a great fit for you! Family-owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more. Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved, and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries. Hunter was named a 2024 finalist for Best Places to Work award by St. Louis Business Journal.

The Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op will design custom fixturing and tooling and implement improvements to manufacturing processes. This position gives Co-Ops the opportunity to take design projects from concept to fully implemented solution, along with gaining experience in manufacturing processes and analysis.

The Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op offers a set onsite schedule of 40 hours per week.

Start Date: 5/19/25 or 5/27/25

End Date: early January 2026

What you will do:

• Design fixturing to support welding, machining, testing, and assembly operations.
• Generate drawings and bills of materials, purchase components, and assemble and test designed fixtures.
• Fabricate custom parts to support operations using equipment such as a drill press or shear.
• Investigate and purchase tools and equipment.
• Analyze manufacturing areas for process improvements such as part design changes, fixturing needs, layout changes, and work instruction updates.
• Support prototype builds for new product development.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• Minimum 2.5 GPA (must be on resume)
• Major studies in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering
• 3D solid modeling experience, PTC Creo preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with machining and metal fabrication processes preferred.

Hunter Fosters a Culture of:

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Appreciation & Recognition

Some Benefits and Perks Include:

• Real-world experience
• Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
• Lunch and learns with full-time employees and company executives
• Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center

Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.

Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’