Mechanical Engineer Co Op - BOSS Snowplow

Location: Iron Mountain, Michigan, United States; co-op period: January 2027 through August 2027

Salary: $22.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on completed college level

Company

BOSS Snowplow, a division of The Toro Company, develops snow and ice management equipment including plows, spreaders, and box plows for trucks, UTVs, ATVs, and homeowners.

What you will do

• Support the design, prototyping, and development of new products and improvements to existing products.
• Conduct product tests, collect data, and analyze results.
• Design tests and test fixtures as needed.
• Identify and support problem-solving efforts in the Product Development Lab.
• Work with operations engineers to reduce costs and improve product quality.

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; experience with Creo Parametric is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes including welding, metal cutting and forming, painting, and assembly.
• Knowledge of engineering mechanics and strength of materials.
• Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Creo.

Nice to have

• Basic understanding of hydraulic systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on mechanical skills.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing.

Culture & Benefits

• Casual corporate environment with a “dress for your day” approach.
• Competitive hourly pay for interns and co-op students.
• Equal opportunity employment environment.