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John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

The Mechanical Engineer Co-Op - Product Testing role reports to a Senior Mechanical Test Engineer in the Product Testing team within the John Crane Technology Group.

The goal of this position is to provide second- and third-year Engineering students with a well-rounded opportunity within John Crane-Morton Grove via comprehensive hands-on training driven by strategic Product Testing initiatives, goals and projects.

• In support of John Crane's career development initiatives, Product Testing Co-Op students will also gain exposure to other departments and career opportunities within the company.
• Design and develop custom test rigs that enable validation of cutting-edge and unconventional performance requirements.
• Configure and assemble test rigs, including sensor integration, alignment, connectivity, and plumbing, as required.
• Shadow experienced Mechanical Test Engineers and Technicians, with increasing responsibility and ownership as technical skills are mastered.
• Write, review, and edit technical reports using Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Coordinate activities and work with other employees on testing programs. Assist others with tasks not specifically assigned to the team.
• Complete basic failure analysis activities, including investigation / reporting / resolution
• Create 3D CAD models using Siemens Solid Edge.
• Draft 2D engineering drawings, implementing basic drawing principles and GD&T.
• Perform basic fluid control, mechanical, and other engineering calculations as required.
• Along with other team members, promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
   

• Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Engineering on their 2nd and 3rd year of Education. (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering disciplines preferred). 
• Strong interest in hands-on mechanical design, rotating equipment, and technical problem-solving.
• Ability to adjust to varying priorities and projects.
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• CAD Skills preferred (Siemens Solid Edge, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERG's) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERG's include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. 

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. 

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. 

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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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