Job Description

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

We are hiring a: Product Development Co-op

Winona MN, on site

Pay: $28/hour

About the role

As a Product Development Co-op at Watlow, you will gain hands-on experience in designing and executing tests that shape the future of our products. Your work will directly impact innovation and quality, contributing to the success of our teams and customers worldwide.

We are looking for a problem solver and continuous improver who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You have a strong engineering mindset, a passion for quality, and the desire to make a tangible impact. If you’re ready to take ownership and drive meaningful change, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Hands-on experience working alongside experienced electrical, software, mechanical engineers and technicians
• Assist in circuit design, schematics updates PCB layout review, and software qualification testing.
• Assist in gathering test requirements and writing test procedures and plans
• Execute and monitor tests, perform failure and root cause analysis
• Write detailed test reports

What you’ll need to succeed?

• Pursuing an engineering bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Preferred: Seeking a career in Electrical or software Engineering
• Experience writing test plans and procedures
• Coursework in electrical circuits and/or software development
• PSpice modeling experience
• Aptitude for using tools; LabVIEW or Python experience is a plus

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.