Engineering Development Program 2027 (Euclid, OH)

Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our Engineering Development Program — designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands-on experience. As a participant, you'll Be the Linc between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and engineering leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

• LincPal Program: Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
• Professional Development: Participate in workshops and leadership development opportunities that support your growth.
• Hands-On Training: Learn to weld in our state-of-the-art Welding Technology Center.
• Networking & Culture: Participate in program social events, team-building activities, and community service.
• Career Pathway: Explore advancement opportunities within the organization.

Overview of the Program

Lincoln Electric's Early Talent Engineering Program is the ideal entry point to the vast opportunities available to you at Lincoln Electric. Your experience within the core rotational assignments will help you gain in-depth knowledge about Lincoln Electric's products and applications as well as puts you in position to follow any number of career paths, including research & development, operations, automation, manufacturing engineering, consumable engineering and more!

Join a 12-month immersive engineering training program at our Euclid facility, featuring:

• Hands-on Welding Training – Develop practical welding skills through guided instruction, periodic skills assessments, and automation exposure.
• Six Sigma Certification – Gain foundational knowledge in process improvement and quality management.
• Core Rotational Assignments – Work on real business priorities across multiple departments.
• Personalized Development Track – Tailored to your interests and aligned with current business needs.

What You'll Work On

• Machine or system design.
• Create detailed design specifications, manufacturing instructions, assembly drawings, and testing protocols.
• Testing of prototype equipment.
• Execute quality control processes to resolve production problems.
• Develop new consumables through applied research.
• Assist in the design and implementation of safety mechanisms and controls for industrial machinery.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or having achieved a bachelor's degree in engineering by June 2027
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• An engineering degree in any of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Industrial, Material Science, Welding, Packaging, Metallurgy.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.