Role & seniority: Test Engineering Co-Op (Summer & Fall 2026; student/co-op)

Stack/tools: Software and hardware testing; assembly and maintenance of test equipment (aligners, PCs, lift racks, balancers, tire changers, sensors); Microsoft Office

Top 3 responsibilities

Assist Test Engineering technicians with software and hardware tests on Hunter products
Perform repairs on Test Engineering equipment and maintain test gear
Assemble new Hunter equipment for the Test Engineering garage; participate in small programming/design projects as skill permits

Must-have skills

Major in Automotive Technology/Engineering or related field
Relevant experience in automotive, engineering, or mechanical domains
Good communication and strong organizational skills

Nice-to-haves

Experience operating Hunter equipment
Prior experience with Microsoft Office
Location & work type: Bridgeton, MO; co-op role with summer (May–Aug 2026) to Jan 2027 end date; off-campus setting; no immigration sponsorship offered

Full Description

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Test Engineering Co-Op in Bridgeton, MO! Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers. We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on. As a Test Engineering Co-Op, you will be responsible for software and hardware testing, test setup, mechanical or electrical equipment repairs, and equipment maintenance. This position is for a Summer & Fall 2026 Co-Op, with a start date of May-August 2026 and an end date of January 2027.

What You’ll Do

Assist TE Technicians with software and hardware testing for Hunter products.
Make repairs on TE equipment such as aligner, PCs, lift racks, balancers, tire changers, and sensors.
Assemble new Hunter equipment for the Test Engineering garage.
Depending on skill level, small programming / design projects may be available.

What You’ll Bring

Major study in Automotive Technology/Engineering preferred.
Relevant experience in the automotive, engineering, or mechanical field is preferred.
Experience operating Hunter Equipment is preferred but not required.
Experience with Microsoft Office is preferred.
Good communication skills are required.
Strong organizational skills are required.

What We Offer

Real-world experience
Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center
Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’
Make Lives Better Together
Take Pride in the Extraordinary
Define the Standard
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.