Mercury Racing Systems Engineering Co-Op

Location: Onsite at Plant 36 in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, United States. Relocation is available. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Salary: $18.00–$27.50 per hour.

Company

hirify.global is a global marine leader, and Mercury Marine manufactures recreational marine propulsion engines, boats, services, parts, and marine electronics.

What you will do

• Support system-level testing and validation of mechanical and electrical components.
• Assist with hands-on prototype and production component builds.
• Set up and use test instrumentation, lab instruments, and measurement devices.
• Analyze post-test data and establish engineering conclusions.
• Work alongside the Mercury Racing product development and engineering teams on racing prototypes and production components.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Electrical Engineering or a similar field.
• At least second-semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits.
• Available to work full-time, 40 or more hours per week, from January through August 2027.
• Working knowledge of powertrain or drivetrain components.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, lab instruments, calipers, gauges, and other measurement devices.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability, data collection skills, and ability to work under general supervision.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of engines and transmissions.
• Programming experience with Python, C, or C++, and knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink.
• Knowledge of CAD software.
• Coursework in statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, or mechatronics.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a professional engineering environment.
• Supportive and collaborative project-based work environment.
• Work alongside experienced professionals and apply academic knowledge to real-world assignments.
• Feedback and performance reviews throughout the co-op assignment.
• Growth and development opportunities across hirify.global and its brands.