2027 Spring Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

Bosch Charleston is a part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are "Invented for Life."

The Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry and was established in 1974. We Drive. to provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates. We make a difference and delight our global customers by creating state of the art products.

Over the past five years we have contributed over 1 million USD to Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Additionally, Bosch Charleston works closely with our partners to support these initiatives through volunteerism. There are many opportunities to get involved and we hope you will join us as we make a difference in the Lowcountry.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

This is a Co-op Opportunity for Engineering students to support driving output and quality improvements, supporting production lines, and identifying technical solutions for gaps in capacity and demand. Below you will find some general information about Bosch North America (RBNA), the Bosch-Charleston Automotive plant, and some examples of typical assignments that students will be given:

• Identification and coordination of problem solving or troubleshooting activities on  equipment or process issues
• Communication through operational and departmental management on project status
• Development of software tools to improve data transparency
• Developing plan for production trials, with focus on equipment and process quality and technical documentation
• Assisting with training and documentation with hourly and salaried associates
• Troubleshoot production problems and their root causes
• Update machine drawings to improve equipment robustness or stability
• Help to develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and quality plans according to company standards: Work Instructions, Control Plans, PFMEA#s, gage logs, etc.
• Work with Solid Work to improve design of machining fixtures, gages, robots’ grippers, WPC.
• Help to develop workplace layouts and material flow. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, mechanical, Electrical  Engineering preferred).
• Strong interest in special machinery, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems, particularly within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, concept development, and system-level thinking.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, autoCAD, powerBI)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CNC machines.
• Experience with machining of aluminum.
• Experience with fixture design, gage design, carbide & PCD tooling.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to teach and work with workshop personnel.
• Self-starting, results oriented, flexible, team player.
• Demonstrate discipline and consistency regarding adherence to established standards.

The above summary is consistent with the company's compensation philosophy and represents a fair description of the position, as supplied by the appropriate unit(s). It is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by this position and is not an exhaustive list of all job duties. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success! Bosch Benefits | Bosch in the USA

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