Computer Science Co-Op

Job title:

Computer Science Co-Op

Company

Hunter Engineering

Job description

Do you have a passion for software? We’re hiring a Computer Science Co-Op for our company’s headquarters in Bridgeton, Missouri. If you possess:

• Major studies in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Experience with C++

Hunter could be a great fit for you! Family owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry-leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more. Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved, and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries. Hunter was named a 2024 finalist for Best Places to Work award by St. Louis Business Journal.The Computer Science Co-Op will be primarily responsible for assisting Project Engineers with new product software research and development, as well as writing new test software to automate data gathering and work with the QA Department and Project Engineers to maintain existing software. Projects involve automotive wheel balancers and tire changers, providing exposure to multi-threading, debugging, embedded multi-processor integration, sensor I/0, motion control, GUI design, machine vision, AI, and machine learning. Our goal is to provide an experience that will be an important, effective first step in the career of a future engineer.The Computer Science Co-Op offers a set onsite schedule of 40 hours per week.Start Date: 8/11/25 or 8/18/25End Date: end of December 2025/early January 2026What you will do:New Feature Development / Testing

• Execute test plans under the direction of a project engineer, format the results in a useable and effective manner, and analyze the results against stated objectives.
• Learn how mechanical aspects influence software during the design process, working directly with Mechanical Engineers and ME Co-Ops.
• Test analysis and engineering calculations.

Software Quality Assurance

• Exposure to Software Version Control and the debugging environment through Visual Studio.
• Work with Hunter’s QA Department and Project Engineers to maintain existing software.
• Learn concepts of multiple models (varying feature sets) support and backwards compatibility.
• Write new test software to automate data gathering.

Equipment Evaluation

• Gain experience assisting with competitive analysis and equipment operation.

Capstone Presentation / Exposure to Upper Leadership

• Near the end of the job, our C++/balancer Co-Op students are well equipped to prepare a compelling Capstone PowerPoint presentation.
• Co-Ops can present their presentations live to all the other Co-Ops and upper management/leadership.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Major study in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with C/C++ required
• Experience with Linux, and/or Microsoft VS is a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills

Hunter Fosters a Culture of:

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Appreciation & Recognition

Some Benefits and Perks Include:

• Real-world experience
• Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
• Lunch and learns with full-time employees and company executives
• Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center

Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’

Expected salary

Location

Bridgeton, MO

Job date

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 03:49:28 GMT

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