Co-op at BISSELL
Thaddeus
Experience Information
Employer: BISSELL Homecare INC
Job Title: Engineering co-op
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
BISSELL is one of the foremost floor care providers in the world. They design and manufacture vacuums, deep cleaners, steam mops, and sweepers. Additionally, they formulate and manufacture
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
I ran tests on dry time and cleaning score of carpets, designed and prototyped concepts for a side brush and foaming nozzle, and gathered data from the company database and the internet.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
Skills in ProE, hands-on skills in prototyping. Planning tests in more detail in order to receive more accurate results.
Favorite Part of the Experience
For a company to truly function well, marketing, engineering, and consumer design need to work together smoothly and efficiently. The company's profit depends on how quickly and well they can communicate. Watching the tugging in different directions was possibly the most interesting part of co-op.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
Given me more inspiration to continue working towards a mechanical engineering degree.