Research and Development Engineering Co-Op

At Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people’s lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.

The Research and Developing Engineering Co-Op will help test and validate systems on an on-going basis. This position will be organizing control systems, Bill of Material structure for multiple product lines, and assisting with prototype unit buildups. You will work under and be given direction from senior engineers on a daily basis. 

This position will serve our Water Heating Division, located in Montgomery, AL. This is a Co-Op position, working 40 hours per week, during a 1-3 semester duration and requires in-person interaction. This is not a “summer-only” role. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
• Assist engineers with daily activities in R&D
• Interns will assist with new product introduction
• Interns will assist with Sustainability work of existing product line.
• Cost improvement projects
• Production assistance projects
• Field Quality projects
• Interns will assist lab testing and setting up of units.
• Assist in launch planning of a new product category
• Learn how to manage technical data per engineers’ request
• Assist with development of technical literature for field application.
• Assist in Regulatory and data analysis as needed 

WHAT YOU NEED:
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Interest or experience in product design
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles (thermodynamics, statics, or electronics)
• Strong planning skills
• Good presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills (Excel, Power Point, Word