Manufacturing Engineer Co-op May-December 2025

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life. Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of fast-moving, growing company - especially candidates committed to quality, innovation and solving customer problems. Graco was proud to be named a Best Place to Work in Manufacturing and Production by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2021. Job Purpose:To support the Strategic Business Unit and the Manufacturing Cell and apply coursework to real-world applications as a Manufacturing Engineer Intern. Position involves providing ideas, inputs and analysis as a project team member.What You Will Do at Graco Provide general production support for machining and/or assembly areas by participating in hands-on troubleshooting issues and providing technical assistanceAssist in evaluating the need for machine and/or assembly area upgradesParticipate in capital equipment justification as neededReview and analyze standards and operational layouts to suggest improvementsAssist in the selection and implementation of tooling and fixtures for machining and/or assembly jobs Participate in cost of quality improvements, root cause analysis and corrective action React to changing priorities in a timely manner Report man-hour estimatesWhat You Will Bring to Graco Currently enrolled and pursing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or comparable Engineering programMinimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scaleStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as an effective team memberMechanical aptitude and desire for hands on workAccelerators Experience with CAD software such as AutoCADExperience with 3D printersProven Quality. Leading Technology. Launch your career with Graco!Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and opportunities for both professional development and career progression. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement.Our expectations are high. That's why we are always looking to hire the brightest and the best!