MSA, The Safety Company
Co-Op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Spring 2025)
US-PA-Cranberry Twp
Requisition ID: 2024-8214 Type: Co-op/Intern # of Openings: 2 Category: Co-Op/Intern
OverviewAre you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.Responsibilities
Work as an individual contributor on teams developing new products in our Fire Service, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, Head Protection, or Gas/Flame Detection groups
Hands-on experience with testing and lab equipment
Provide support and develop improvement ideas for existing products & processes
Drafting, designing, and prototyping products
Collaborating with international associates and external suppliers to complete project goals
Gaining an awareness of budgetary, manufacturing and sourcing limitations
Qualifications
Qualifications
Fundamental mechanical engineering knowledge
Demonstrated creativity and problem solving skills
Ability to use software tools to record, analyze, and document test data
Ability to multi-task and complete assignments in a timely manner
Hands-on technical aptitude
Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and presentation
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (outlook, excel, word, etc.)
Ability to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment Education and experience required
Incumbent should be actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering at an ABET-accredited school and have completed at least one semester of Sophomore year.Preferred
Proficient with CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar)
Experience with FEA tools (Ansys, LS-DYNA, or similar)
Testing experience (design, execution, and analysis)
Experience with statistical analysis tools (Minitab or similar)
Experience with rapid prototyping methods
Familiarity with various manufacturing methods#LI-GM1MSA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. As such, it is MSA's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of the person's age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, race, religion, gender, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran's status, genetic information, political affiliation, disabling condition, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MSA also makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform a job unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship.
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to assist you in navigating this career site, let us know.Contact Us MSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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