New Product Introduction Engineering Co-Op Fall 2026

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New Product Introduction Engineering Co-Op - Fall 2026

Here at Entegris we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue the mission.

The Role:
Our site in San Luis Obispo CA is seeking a New Product Introduction Engineering Co-Op to join our team for the Fall 2026 season. This assignment is intended to be 6 months in duration.
We are currently seeking a New Product Introduction Engineering Co-Op to join our this role your primary responsibility will be to drive the successful pull of products (in this case: Gas Purification Systems from Development to Manufacturing utilizing a Stage Gate Process.) You will use your skills/experience to influence product development teams to improve design for manufacturability while ensuring the highest levels of quality. Achieving this goal will require the use of collaboration influence and individual skills to interface with all functions across the organization.

As part of Entegris Operations team the NPI Engineer will work closely with the Production cell team to ensure Manufacturing Readiness of the new products and their processes. You will engage with the Manufacturing Engineers NPD Engineers Quality Engineers R&D Engineers Production Supervisors and Operators to drive the successful transition of products from early development to product release.

What Youll Do:

• Serve as a core team member for assigned NPI Projects as the liaison between NPD Engineering and Operations pulling products to market.
• Work closely with NPD Engineering to proactively influence product and process design for better manufacturability.
• Participate in the Development of Manufacturing Plans for assigned projects. Topics include manufacturability raw and finished goods material planning chemical/waste plan ramp/capacity planning cost roadmap etc.
• Participate and contribute to Improvement Projects (yield process capability etc.) to maximize Gross Margin Predictability and Repeatability. Potentially lead a subproject under a larger project.
• Prepare Process Documentation to support Product Launch.
• Manage customer samples and V&Q builds. Work with Operations team to provide special instructions as required.
• Assist in directing and controlling processes in accordance with defined policies and procedures. Assists with analyses and audits on processes in order to make recommendations on such items as safety quality cost waste reductions and efficiency.
• Work with NPD Technicians to help outline the build process for new products and assist in refining the outline where additional instruction is needed.
• Assist in developing VWIs (Visual Work Instructions) to provide a step-by-step build process of new systems for Operators to follow.
• Review Routing Reports and verify that Work Centers Control Keys Time Standards and Operation Descriptions have been clearly defined and are accurate.

What We Seek:

• Being a great teammate. Learn from the depth of experience your teammates provide and desire to share your own ideas and experiences.
• Motivated and self-directed team player with good interpersonal skills. Must have ability to reach out communicate and influence personnel at all levels within the organization.
• Excellent documentation communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to orchestrate and prioritize multiple activities at once to accomplish Division goals.

Desired Major(s) & Graduation Year:

• Desired Major: Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Industrial Technology or similar major.
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program with a graduation date of May2027or later.

Eligibility:

• Must be a currently enrolled student
• Available to work 40 hours a week M-F (8a-5p) beginning in mid-May/June through August/September.
• Must be familiar with the universitys requirements to participate in a co-op program
• Entegris is not currently hiring candidates for co-ops/internships who will need now or at any time in the future Entegris sponsorship through the H1-B lottery.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
May need to lift up to 30 lbs.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization not just when its convenient but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether youre looking to build your career improve your health or protect your wealth we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
Excellent health packages to fit your needs
Flexible work schedule with paid holidays and sick time
Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People Accountability Creativity and Excellence

Compensation: $20-$32 hourly range with actual pay dependent on graduation year and candidate skillset

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B TN STEM OPT etc.) now or in the future.

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