AFL Engineering Co-Op The positions will provide technical assistance supporting AFL in the areas of design, development, applications, process, and quality engineering. The Engineering Co-ops will rotate from college and AFL each semester. During the rotations, the co-ops will be assigned to different areas each semester allowing the co-op to gain experience in different areas of engineering. The Engineering Co-ops will be assigned to work with a senior engineer or manager. The Engineering co-ops will also be supported with monthly meetings and mentorship with the Co-op Coordinator. Available starting semesters: Spring 2027 What We Offer! • Corporate Housing- AFL offers corporate housing to all non-local students free of charge! • Gas Stipend- for those students who are driving more than 50 miles, AFL will offer a gas stipend to alleviate some of that financial burden • Great Pay! • 401K Company match (up to 4%- dollar for dollar) Responsibilities may include: • Research and provide input on manufacturing process-related issues. • Partner with Process Engineering teams to support production line improvements — conduct time studies, map value streams, and help implement and validate process changes on the manufacturing floor. • Analyze manufacturing data, process flows, and material routings to develop improvement recommendations. • Document and report results of process improvement recommendations to management. • Assist Development Engineers in the design and production of products. • Work with the Test Engineer to design, develop, and build test fixtures to support fiber optic testing to industry specifications. • Learn test procedures and work alongside technical associates to perform testing utilizing a variety of testing and inspection equipment. • Create CAD drawings or 3-D models of concept designs, and submit to suppliers for quotation. • Perform fiber optic testing to troubleshoot product design and processing anomalies. • Participate in fiber optic training sessions. Requirements: • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering • At least Sophomore standing with a minimum 2.75 GPA Competencies for success: • Display a willingness to learn • Detail – oriented • Proficient in MS Office • Proficient in data analysis software programs • Proficient with CAD software