Manufacturing Engineer Co-op (Spring 2026)

Position Summary

Come join our team as a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op for Spring 2026. You will be gaining knowledge by working under the guidance of STERIS engineers and managers. This position is responsible for the products manufactured at STERIS and supports manufacturing design improvements and modifications, process improvements, product transfer, and continuous improvements. This internship will allow you to complete valuable manufacturing engineering projects, developing and building fundamental engineering skills. These projects contribute to the growth of the department and provide a positive impact to our customers. 

Key Co-op Info:

• Dates: Spring 2026 (January-May)
• Location: Mentor, OH
• Work Environment: Onsite

What You'll Do as a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op

• Designs and develops product and process improvements. Supports current product lines and new products. Uses Creo to develop and change designs and document them.
• Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope or several projects of smaller size/scope.
• Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice, but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design/process, quality and customer requirements. Works with internal team and external suppliers to resolve design, manufacturing, and quality issues. Develops designs, cost estimates, manufacturing processes, and coordinates integration. 
• Creates/coordinates Bills of Material, mechanical assembly drawings, component drawings, and all other engineering documents required to support product line/upgrades. Processes/coordinates engineering changes and product documentation in a timely manner.
• Supports MRP (materials requirement planning) for managing inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Experience, Skills, and Abilities Needed

Required:

• Successful completion of Sophomore level coursework or above by January 2026 with a major in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
• Requires a fundamental understanding and application of mechanical engineering principles including thermodynamics and fluid/air process flow
• Basic experience in CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, AutoCAD, and/or equivalent)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)

Preferred:

• Previous coursework or experience in manufacturing or a strong desire to gain experience in manufacturing

Other:

• Organizational, communication, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills