Project/Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Summer 2023)

About Us:

DJJ, a division of Nucor Corporation, is seeking applicants for our Engineering Co-op position. DJJ is a world leader in scrap metal recycling, trading, and transportation. We have relationships with scrap metal businesses around the world. Founded in 1885, we pride ourselves on our dedication to safety, and the principles of integrity and respect. We’re recognized as a good community citizen who is trustworthy, financially strong, and environmentally proactive. Our parent company Nucor Corporation is a Fortune 100 company, known for being North America’s leader in designing, manufacturing, and recycling steel and steel products with a history of long-term sustainability and stability. Fortune Magazine recently ranked Nucor No. 1 on their list of the World’s Most Admired Companies in our industry. The key to Nucor’s success is that we care about the safety and well-being of our teammates and customers, the health and protection of our environment, and the relationships we establish in the communities where we live and work. At the heart of every Nucor division are the dedicated people who make up our team. We are seeking a creative, motivated, and dedicated teammate to join our DJJ team. We offer you a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can contribute to the success of over 30,000 Nucor teammates.

Compensation/Benefits:

The Co-op will last for 8-9 weeks minimum.  Co-ops will work 40 hours a week, earn a competitive wage, and will be provided a $250 weekly net housing stipend.

Basic Job Functions:

• The Project Engineering Co-Op will update equipment layouts and machine drawings in AutoCAD
• The Co-Op will review machine specifications with on-site personnel and document the specifications in Excel
• The position includes occasional escorted visits to Cincinnati-area processing sites

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Co-op candidates must be in a full-time accredited bachelor's or technical degree program with concentration in Mechanical Engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong MS Excel and PC configuration skills desired
• Strong CAD skills desired