Engineering Co-Op
ENGINEER CO-OP · CHICAGO, IL
Build real things. From day one.
MPE partners with engineering students to design industrial machinery that feeds, brews, and processes food at scale - not simulations, not paperwork. Real equipment, real customers.
Full-time co-op · 1–2 semesters
Paid · competitive hourly rate
On-site · Chicago, IL
60
years in the coffee industry
90%
of North American coffee processors
7+
industries served
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Model conveyor systems in 3D from concept through sales
- Design and model manufacturing equipment for foodcoffee
- Collaborate directly with the sales team on customer requirements
- Optimize production processes alongside manufacturing
- Run R&D testing on new products in our lab
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Self-directed and comfortable working with limited guidance
- Fast learner who quickly grasps technical concepts
- Strong communicator across written and verbal channels
- Creative problem solver who thrives in ambiguity
- Organized and effective in a fast-paced environment
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SolidWorks
Preferred · 3D modeling required
MS Office
Excel, Word, Outlook
Plant design
Basic understanding helpful
BOM / tolerances
A plus, not required
ABOUT MPE
For nearly 60 years, MPE has designed and manufactured industrial grinders, conveyors, and complete plant systems for the coffee and food industries. Our Chicago facility serves customers across food, pet food, craft brewing, cereal, dried nuts, and chemical processing. When you join MPE as a co-op, your work shows up in production facilities across North America.
Ready to apply? Send your resume and a brief note about your SolidWorks experience to [email protected]
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