Engineering Cooperative Education Student (Co-op) - Fall 2025 - Erie, PA

Here at Parker Lord, our purpose is simple yet powerful: we work alongside customers as a trusted partner to enable technology breakthroughs that change the world for the better. To accomplish this, we need talented and engaged individuals who are passionate about their field, willing to take on complex challenges, and ready for responsibility. Our Co-op Program programs have been developed to give you the opportunity to show us your potential while working alongside seasoned engineers on real projects. Our Co-op and Internship programs have been in place for years at Parker Lord and some of our most successful leaders started their career with us in a Co-op role. Do you want to become one of our future success stories? By joining our Co-op Program, you will become a valued member of our team - tackling challenging issues, delivering truly impactful results, and providing you the opportunity to grow both technically and personally through practical working experience.

The candidate will assist engineers through the entire product development process from concept generations through design and have opportunities to work with our engineers and staff in test/validation of products for Parker Lord. Typical tasks may include performance/data analysis, prototype construction, application engineering, customer print reviews/reviewing and understanding customer needs and expectations, preparing product specifications/drawings (conceptualizing and designing cost effective solutions), product performance testing, preparing technical reports, documentation, and project coordination in support of the design engineer/product leader. The duration and start and completion of the program is based on the candidate's academic calendar and availability. We are targeting those candidates that are interested in completing all rotational assignments with Parker Lord.

Qualifications

• 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related program.
• Strong leadership skills and a "can do" attitude.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, mechanical conceptualization and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong computer proficiency and the ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Detail oriented individual with demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently (with minimal supervision) and within a team environment.
• Familiarity using CAD (3 dimensional Auto CAD/mechanical desktop) or related tools.
• Some experience making technical presentations and report writing.
• Strong innovation and creative thinking; self-motivated.

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.