Engineering Co-op

Job description

Flowserve is a global manufacturer of pumps, valves, seals, and aftermarket services, delivering comprehensive flow control solutions that support essential industries such as energy, clean water, and pharmaceuticals. If you're looking for a culture built on ingenuity, innovation, and excellence, Flowserve offers the opportunity to put your experience in motion. Whether you're an individual contributor or a people leader, you'll find meaningful opportunities for professional growth, competitive rewards, and a workplace grounded in our core values: People, Safety, Integrity, Ownership and Ingenuity. At Flowserve, we're inspired by what we can achieve together—creating extraordinary flow control solutions that strengthen today's world while building tomorrow.

Role Summary

The Engineering Co-op is a part-time multi semester-long program based onsite in Rancho Dominguez, CA in which you will contribute to technical projects and daily operations through design support, analysis, documentation, testing, and project coordination.

The ideal candidate will be an individual who shows interest in learning and innovation and enjoys being challenged.

Potential Responsibilities

Provide support of Engineering in various business activities related to mechanical seals, seal support systems, and pumps. The activities include but not limited to: 

• Acquire basic knowledge of pump and mechanical seal fundamentals to support Flowserve activities. 
• Research specific equipment information. 
• Support Project Engineering team by reviewing drafts, engineering drawings, and pump-component information.
• Assist with developing clear technical scopes.
• Work closely with Design Engineers to support project documentation and technical scope development.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

• Current junior or senior pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline and in good academic standing. 
• Strong communication skills 
• Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs. 
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. 
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a hands-on, fast-paced, team-oriented environment that may include office, laboratory, and manufacturing settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to utilize measuring equipment ( ie. dial calipers, micrometers, etc.) 
• Experience in SolidWorks 

Specific assignments and work environments may vary by host team. Placement is based on business needs, candidate qualifications, interests, and alignment with available co-op opportunities.