Custom Design Co-Op (Fall 2025) at ORBIS Corporation in Troy, Michigan

Job Description:

The ORBIShield Design Engineering Co-op for ORBIS Corporation will be responsible for assisting the Custom Design/Engineering Team by producing designs and samples according to customer specification with projects. This position will start in July of 2025.

Areas of Learning/Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assigned project/projects


• Provide design samples to meet the needs and wants of our customers and sales team on a timely basis


• Provide cost effective and manufacturable designs from concept to production


• Provide technical skill, knowledge and judgment to ensure designs meets our customer's specific needs


• Ensure the quality of design prior to manufacturing by fabricating a prototype for customer approval


• Suggest ways to address issues discovered during assembly and overall manufacturing.


• Demonstrate commitment to safety and performs job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures


• Seeks assistance or guidance from design team members or manager when necessary

Qualifications

• Junior or Senior pursuing a Technical or Bachelor's degree in Plastic Engineering Technology, Packaging Engineering or other related degree


• General knowledge of plastic processing, mechanical engineering, and packaging engineering


• Ability to interpret blueprints


• Demonstrated ability to use a computer and Design software programs (AutoCAD/Solidworks)


• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)


• Knowledge of automotive/vehicle products


• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting in a fast paced, high volume environment


• Ability to travel to manufacturing plants