Molex Mechanical Engineering Assistant/Co-Op

Your Job

Are you an aspiring engineer eager to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment? Join our team as an Engineering Intern and play a pivotal role in assisting with various project-related tasks while learning to apply engineering principles in a professional setting.

This opportunity is perfect for individuals who are enthusiastic about tackling real-world problems, expanding their knowledge of essential engineering tools, and contributing to the product development process.

No previous professional experience required-just bring your enthusiasm and eagerness to learn.

If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey and make a meaningful impact, apply now to join our engineering team as an intern.

We look forward to helping you grow and succeed in your engineering career!

Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide.

With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical.

This role is located on-site at our Rochester Hills, MI location & will be a part-time, year-round opportunity with an anticipated start date in January 2026.

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Our Team

As part of our Transportation Solutions business unit, you will have the opportunity to learn and support other design engineers with new connector and terminal product development activities.

This includes experience in important product engineering skills from concept development on to design for manufacturing and through validation testing.

What You Will Do



* Assist in documenting project scope, requirements, feasibility, and engineering work plans under supervision.


* Participate in concept development, integrating considerations for manufacturing, economics, and customer requirements.


* Collaborate on Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), tolerance analysis, and other analytical studies with guidance.


* Assist in creating product models and drawings using GD&T methodology, ensuring alignment with functional requirements.


* Prepare and manage the Engineering Change Management (ECM) process following company policies.


* Contribute to developing Design Validate Plans and Reports (DVP&R) to validate product performance and analyze test results using statistical methods.


* Support root cause analysis using methods like 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams with guidance.


* Maintain basic engineering timelines, escalate barriers, and support task completion and technical reviews.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Working towards Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field


* Anticipated graduation date between December 2027 & May 2028.


* Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for an...