We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. **Early Careers at** **nVent** ** **    **Innovation, inclusion, and growth.**     Your future is bright at nVent, where your ambition meets our vision for a sustainable and electrified world. At nVent, we empower you to innovate, welcome you to bring your true self to work, and cultivate bold ideas that fuel both your personal and professional growth. Immerse yourself in a culture of positive energy, unwavering integrity, and respect—a perfect catalyst for launching a purposeful and vibrant career. Dare to dream big, anticipate continuous development, and connect with our dynamic, global community. Your unique skills and talents are key to making impactful strides in today's electrified world! **WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:** Your experience as a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op goes beyond the day-to-day of your role. In addition to the support of your manager, you can expect to grow and develop through exposure to leadership, engaging in development opportunities, and networking with other early career professionals. + **Training & Development:** Training and development is provided throughout your internship through on-the-job experiences and structured learning opportunities, fostering the development of business acumen and leadership skills at a global organization. + **Community:** Join a community of other early career professionals as you launch your career. A peer-led committee helps to organize social, professional and service-related activities and events for interns and early career professionals. You will also be invited to join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) which offer special events, networking, professional development and volunteer opportunities throughout the year to promote inclusion and respect and to help us embrace our diversity. + **Mentorship & Networking** : Build a network of peers, managers and senior leaders to support your career path and aid your growth. Gain exposure to nVent professionals at every level who will act as formal and informal mentors during your internship. **As a Manufacturing Engineering** **Co-Op** **you will get to:** + Assist with project management activities to support manufacturing. + Learn manufacturing processes to recommend and implement new solutions + Assist with moves of production areas or equipment + Work and resolve quality issues affecting product or manufacturing methods + Provide input on production layouts utilizing lean tools and methods to eliminate waste + Analyze and interpret data to make decisions on project implementation + Work with operators, team leaders and value stream planners to optimize process center layouts and designs, incorporating material flow and line balancing + Provide manufacturing cycle time readings to improve manufacturing routings and labor standards. + Support the promotion of lean culture in the organization by working with business areas to complete events and projects required to implement Future State Plans + Learn and apply lean principles and tools for implementing creative solutions for system and process improvements. Tools include but are not limited to Standard work, 3-P, TPM, SMED, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, 5S + Participate in cross-functional lean Kaizen events to broaden expertise and apply lean methods to eliminate waste + Participate in the coordination of periodic updates of progress during events + Use Lean techniques to aid in performance of process reviews and establishing standardized work procedures **Program Details:** + Interns and Co-ops are paid hourly for time worked + Relocation and housing support is available for eligible candidates    + Interns and Co-ops receive paid time off, paid sick time, paid volunteer time, and paid holidays   + Interns and Co-ops who demonstrate outstanding performance may be offered a subsequent internship/co-op or full-time offer of employment with nVent **Location:** The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op is located in Anoka, Minnesota  **YOU HAVE:** **Required Qualifications:** + Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology graduating between December 2025 - June 2026 (Juniors preferred) + Minimum 1 semester SolidWorks & AutoCAD + Previous work and/or internship experience + Authorized to work in the United States without restrictions now or in the future **Preferred Qualifications:** + Good project management and organizational skills + Interest in learning facilitation of groups 2 + Proficient personal computer skills (Microsoft Office Products, CAD software etc.) + Excellent communication and presentation skills, including strong active listening skills. + Proven ability to analyze, interpret and draw meaningful and accurate conclusions from data **WE HAVE:** + A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day + At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world. + We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF. + Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work + We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide + Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money + Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: + Innovative & adaptable + Dedicated to absolute integrity + Focused on the customer first + Respectful and team oriented + Optimistic and energizing + Accountable for performance + Benefits to support the lives of our employees At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. \#LI-RB1 \#LI-Onsite At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.