Co-Op: Design Engineering

About Singer 
We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.  

Summary of Position

The Design Engineering Co-Op position is a hands-on learning opportunity for aspiring engineers to gain real-world experience by contributing to active engineering projects. The Co-Op will engage in quality improvement efforts, support cost reduction initiatives, address special client requests, and participate in process optimization activities. Through mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure to advanced engineering tools and practices, the student will build technical, analytical, and communication skills while adding meaningful value to Singer. 

The Co-op program runs from June 2- August 15 in Torrance, CA and is full-time during that period. Must be currently enrolled in a college program in a relevant field to be considered. 

Essential Duties

• Participate in real-time engineering projects focused on addressing quality issues, cost savings, and client-driven customization initiatives (“special wishes”). 
• Utilize CAD tools and engineering systems to support design tasks and documentation.
• Engage in cross-departmental collaboration and supplier interaction to understand the broader product development lifecycle. 
• Develop a foundational understanding of engineering processes, including requirements gathering, testing, validation, and design for service/manufacturing. 
• Attend and contribute to regular project reviews and standing forums, providing updates and seeking feedback. 
• Track project milestones and performance metrics through bi-weekly supervisor touchpoints. 
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process enhancements or inefficiencies. 
• Prepare and deliver a final project presentation summarizing accomplishments, findings, and lessons learned.
• All other duties assigned