Job Details

About ITT:

ITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.

Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations.

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA:

Industrial Process: A global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps and engineered valves for chemical, energy, mining, and industrial applications. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Bornemann, Habonim, Engineered Valves, Rheinhütte Pumpen and Svanehøj.

Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone.

Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA.

Position Summary

Position: Product Specialist Co-op - Vertical Products (Fall 2026)

Location: Placentia, CA

Major: Mechanical Engineering or similar

Academic Schedule: August to December 2026; part-time (12 to 20 hours per week)

About the Experience: Our ITT Goulds Pumps co-op candidates have the unique opportunity to work for one of the most recognizable pump brands in the world. They will obtain firsthand experience in the design and manufacture of engineered to order, high specification industrial pumps and monitoring equipment. Our top business and engineering professionals will offer guidance and mentorship for each candidate.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and sales support to drive centrifugal pump business opportunities, including application guidance, solution development, and customer engagement.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive bids while supporting product promotion and value‑proposition development.

• Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Production, and Field Service teams to ensure seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.

• Maintain and enhance the ePrism product selection tool to support accurate sizing, configuration, and quoting.

Position Requirements

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or closely related major

• Ability to work 12 to 20 hours per week while attending school

• Experience with CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, autoCAD)

• Interest in the design of mechanical components for industrial pump applications

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel

• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Clear written and verbal communication

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Equal Pay Act Statement

We aim to pay our ‘ITT'ers' fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what' they accomplish, but also on ‘how' they reflect ITT's values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

Equal Pay Act Range

$25-$30/hr

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ID 2026-15927

Job Locations US-CA-Placentia

Category General

Position Type Employee

Telecommute No

Brand Goulds Pumps IPG LLC