Intelligent Operations Engineer Co-op - Summer/Fall 2027

Pella Corporation is seeking motivated engineering students for our Intelligent Engineering Co-Op in Pella, Iowa.

This co-op provides hands-on experience supporting engineering initiatives through meaningful projects that contribute to quality, cost, delivery, and operational performance objectives. Co-op students work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams while developing technical, analytical, and professional skills in a real-world environment.

The extended duration of the co-op allows participants to gain deeper project ownership, see projects through multiple phases of implementation, and build a stronger understanding of how engineering technologies support business objectives.

If you're interested in applying engineering principles, solving technical challenges, and gaining experience similar to that of an entry-level engineer, we'd love to connect with you.

As an Intelligent Engineering Co-Op, you will support engineering projects and initiatives while developing engineering competencies and an understanding of how engineering supports business objectives.

Responsibilities are similar to what we expect of entry-level engineers who join Pella after graduation. Co-op students work closely with an assigned manager and mentor on strategic projects and focused development opportunities.

As an Intelligent Engineering Co-Op, you may:

• Support projects focused on improving quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance

• Apply engineering principles and problem-solving techniques to assigned projects and tasks

• Partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives

• Utilize engineering tools, technologies, and processes to deliver project results

• Analyze data and communicate findings and recommendations

• Gain exposure to Pella's application of engineering technologies and business systems

• Develop technical, professional, and leadership skills through project ownership and collaboration

  All projects and assignments will be determined based on business needs and team priorities.

Additional Information

• Full-time co-op assignment from Summer through Fall 2027
• Start dates may be adjusted to begin during the Spring semester
• Assigned manager and mentor support throughout the co-op experience
• Minimal travel may be required
• No supervisory responsibilities
• Periodic exposure to manufacturing equipment and production environments
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 30 pounds may be required
• Work may be performed in office and manufacturing settings