Co-op Mechanical Engineering & Robotics 2026 (Seguin, US) bei Vitesco Technologies

THE PROJECT

The Co-op will be assigned to the Robotics department in the Seguin, Texas Schaeffler Automotive plant. In addition, the Co-op will collaborate closely with the engineering and manufacturing teams on a daily basis, contributing to a range of innovative and technically challenging projects. This role is an excellent opportunity for a working student to gain practical experience alongside their studies.

• Gain understanding of robotic functions, programming, and uses
• Gain understanding of PLC to Cobot interface
• Develop controlled experiments to characterize robot capabilities for new use cases
• Collect and analyze maintenance data to develop a preventative maintenance plan for robot arms
• Gain understanding of best practices and methods for CAD modeling and drawings
• Work with experienced engineers to implement new robot use cases
• Monitor robotic implementations for continuous improvement opportunities

THE OUTCOME

• Understanding of robotics use cases in modern manufacturing environment
• Clear understanding of programming, advantages, and drawbacks for industrial vs collaborative robotic arms
• Recommendations for enhanced robotic uses in manufacturing lines

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Must be able to present scope and outcome of project to management
• Solidworks CAD experience
• Good interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand/climb/stoop/bend/carry up to 28 pounds

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PLC programming experience
• Robotic programming experience
• Electronics knowledge + ability to troubleshoot using schematics
• Minitab Statistical software experience
• Strong data analysis skills