Great Co-op Experience
Robin
Experience Information
Employer: Herman Miller
Job Title: Machine Design Engineer
Major: Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
Herman Miller, Inc., based in Zeeland, Michigan, is an American company that produces office furniture, equipment and home furnishings. Some signature products are the Equa chair, Aeron chair, Noguchi table, Marshmallow sofa, and the Eames Lounge Chair. Herman Miller is credited with the invention of the office cubicle
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
" Designed assembly cells and fixtures for the Aeron, Cosm, Case Goods and Vivo lines " Collaborated with line engineers to interpret initial problems and provide solutions within established time, budget and quality expectations " Responsible for material selection, implementation footprint, scope of work, bill of materials and manufacturing processes for each solution
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
" Project management " Time management " Material selection " Expanded SolidWorks skills " Creo - Pro E " Tolerancing " Pneumatics " Controls
Favorite Part of the Experience
The relationships gained and the autonomy for design given to me during the co-op was by far the best part.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
I am in negotiations with Herman Miller to find a permanent home within the company.