Engineering Student

Job Description

Snap-on is dedicated to empowering automotive technicians with ‘The most valued productivity solutions in the world’. As modern vehicles become increasingly complex with advanced electronic systems, our products enable technicians to efficiently diagnose and resolve issues.

The Snap-on Diagnostics facility in Lincolnshire, IL, is a hub for engineers developing cutting-edge hardware, firmware, and application software. We are seeking an energetic, conscientious, and hard-working student to join our highly experienced team and contribute to developing industry-leading products.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a student to gain practical experience by working alongside our engineering development team. The primary focus will be on the hands-on process of:

• Designing, building, and testing product prototypes.
• Performing head-to-head product comparisons, including testing on actual automobiles, between Snap-on products and competitive offerings.
• Presenting detailed findings from product comparisons to the development team.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be effective in this role, candidates must possess:

• A basic understanding of automotive technology.
• A basic understanding of electronics and/or mechanical design principles.
• An understanding of automotive systems is essential.

Who We Are Looking For

We are searching for a student who demonstrates the following:

• Reliable Transportation: Ability to commute to our facility in the northwest suburbs of Chicago (420 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, IL).
• Passion for Automotive: A genuine enthusiasm for the automotive industry.
• Academic Progress: Completed at least two years towards a degree in one of the following fields:
  • Automotive Technology
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering