Description Position at Samtec, Inc
Samtec is seeking an Engineering Co-op at our Colorado Springs, CO location.
Please only apply if you are a student currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field at a local University (UCCS, Pikes Peak State College, etc.). The schedule would be a minimum of twenty hours per week. Hours may vary but are flexible, ideally support is needed from M-F 8AM - 6PM. Pay is $22.00 per hour. Co-ops are eligible to participate in our student program for tuition assistance. They may also opt to participate in Samtec's 401k plan.
The co-op will be working in the
Engineering Support Group (ESG) in Samtec's Colorado Springs facility. The ESG group is responsible for conducting failure analysis on various microelectronics products, destructive and non-destructive characterization on products throughout the development cycle and maintaining measurement equipment and programs. Co-ops have the opportunity to develop skills in statistical data analysis, imaging systems including scanning electron microscopy, microelectronics manufacturing processes, and failure root cause analysis.
Ideal candidates are self-starters who demonstrate exemplary written and verbal communication skills. They excel in a dynamic environment and can problem solve, efficiently, creatively, and with fine attention to detail. Below is a list of preferred qualifications and skills:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
- Availability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during regular business hours while maintaining a full-time course load.
- You must be available to commit to a minimum of 3 semesters.
- Co-ops are required to maintain a C grade or above in all courses to maintain status in the program.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
"The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities."
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Passion for developing new expertise and quick to pick up required skills
- Ability to understand product drawings and 3D models.
- Basic understanding of statistics
- Strong analytical thinking skills and spatial understanding
- Effective time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
- Demonstration of flexibility, innovation, customer service, and ability to create win/win solutions
About SamtecFounded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $1B global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions. What drives us at Samtec is the knowledge that our products enable engineers to create great things. When we innovate electronics capable of moving signals at faster speeds, smaller footprints, and higher densities, we know that we're providing designers access to the technologies that they need to do the jobs that impact all our lives. Whether it's advanced medical equipment with the ability to save lives, energy-efficient products that make our living spaces more comfortable, communication products that bring us together, or any number of other innovations, we feel good about our part in making those things possible. With 40 locations in 20 countries, Samtec's global presence enables its unmatched customer service.
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