Kohler Co-op - Advanced Development Engineering

When you join Kohler, you can make your mark on an iconic brand. Together, we challenge the status quo, stretch our imaginations, put ideas to the test, and demand better for ourselves, our customers, and each other. Join our community of creators and difference makers to build a career of impact. Location: Onsite, 4 days

• Kohler, WIOpportunity. This is an invitation to collaborate and contribute to an environment that’s grounded in bold, meaningful innovation. Over 10,000 patents strong, Kohler Co. is backed by a rich history of creativity, stability, and commitment. Since 1873, our mission has been to contribute to a higher-level of gracious living for those touched by our products and services. With diverse business groups ranging from kitchen and bath products to engines, furniture, and even world-class golf, Kohler has taken the meaning of leading-edge to an entirely new level. As an Advanced Development Engineering Co-op, you will identify, evaluate, develop, & create new materials and water technologies that revolutionize the Kitchen & Bath industry. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESSupport Advanced Development projects, such as Water Technologies or Materials Engineering projects.Determine the technical feasibility of technologies & product concepts.Create technical requirements, risk mitigation plans, test specifications, and product cost analyses.Perform competitive benchmarking and track industry trends.Keep abreast of new technologies and perform technical research.Create & test prototypes (mock-ups, 3D Printed parts, etc.) to quickly evaluate innovative technologies and concepts. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location. We empower each associate to #Become. More. AtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing and help you be your best. It’s a workplace that works—for you, your family, and your lifestyle. You are eligible for our total rewards package on Day 1 of your employment, including medical, mental health and care resources, 401k plan with company match, and associate discounts on a variety of Kohler products and services. It is the policy of Kohler Co. to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law. Kohler Co. is committed to assuring that: All recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment related programs and processes are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis without regard to any characteristic protected by law; Employment decisions are based on merit and the principles of equal opportunity; Its applicants and associates with disabilities have equal access to its employment processes, including those implemented through information and communication technologies. When requested and possible, Kohler Co. will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure qualified applicants and associates with disabilities receive equal employment opportunity in the operation of employment policies and processes. In addition, Kohler Co. complies with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). It will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and associates to accommodate known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; It will provide reasonable accommodations for religious beliefs or practices where appropriate and in accordance with applicable law; and associates and applicants will not be subjected to retaliation, harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have exercised any right protected by law. Kohler Co. believes in and practices equal opportunity. The Assistant General Counsel, Employment & Compliance, serves as the Equal Opportunity Coordinator for Kohler Co., and has overall responsibility for assuring compliance with this Policy. All associates are expected to support and uphold this policy. Kohler Co. maintains Affirmative Action Plans as required by and in accordance with applicable law. Any questions regarding the Plans should be directed to the Assistant General Counsel, Employment & Compliance.