Via Separations
Mechanical Systems Engineering Co-op – Spring 2026
Via Separations, Watertown, Massachusetts, us, 02472
Via Separations is a Boston‑area startup dedicated to enabling process efficiency and intensification for the industrial sector. In 2024, Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market‑driven energy technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection of engineering, society, and impact, our team is passionate about making a difference and building the technology and organization to do it.
We are a fast‑paced, interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms, and we are looking to add talented, mission‑driven people to our cohort. We are
passionate
about transformative impact,
optimistic
about scientific progress, and
unafraid
of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage and drive our mission forward.
Role Description Via Separations’ technology is the first commercial implementation of membrane filtration in several difficult industrial applications. Working under the guidance of the system engineering team, the Mechanical Systems Engineer Co‑op will be responsible for the analysis, modeling, design, drafting, and development of our commercial membrane systems. You will be an integral member of the cross‑disciplinary engineering team and work alongside our external engineering partners to bring both our pilot scale and commercial systems to fruition. The role involves supporting, studying, understanding, and executing upon detailed project requirements and specifications, with opportunities to contribute to the development of layouts for mechanical, structural, and piping systems of skid‑mounted integrated systems.
Responsibilities Include
Aid in equipment specifications, vendor documentation, and bill of materials
Support engineering and supply chain to develop part verification, inspection, and approval related to Via’s systems
Develop, modify, and maintain project‑specific process design packages (P&IDs, BOMs, specifications, models, drawings)
Qualifications & Characteristics
Ability to work on a full‑time basis during the co‑op term
Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Experience using AutoCAD and 3D modeling is desired (Via utilizes AutoCAD Plant3D)
Familiarity with commonly‑used concepts, practices, and procedures within design/manufacturing is a plus
Experience in engineering document management is desirable but not necessary
Strong ability to manage time and quickly shifting priorities
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
A clear interest in sustainability
US work authorization is required for this role
Location Via Separations is located at 64 Pleasant St in Watertown, MA. The office & lab space is a 2‑minute walk from the Watertown Square bus terminal, with Bluebikes stations nearby and a parking lot dedicated to our office building.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Via may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role!
At Via, we value and prioritize diversity of thought, access, and experiences, and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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We are a fast‑paced, interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms, and we are looking to add talented, mission‑driven people to our cohort. We are
passionate
about transformative impact,
optimistic
about scientific progress, and
unafraid
of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage and drive our mission forward.
Role Description Via Separations’ technology is the first commercial implementation of membrane filtration in several difficult industrial applications. Working under the guidance of the system engineering team, the Mechanical Systems Engineer Co‑op will be responsible for the analysis, modeling, design, drafting, and development of our commercial membrane systems. You will be an integral member of the cross‑disciplinary engineering team and work alongside our external engineering partners to bring both our pilot scale and commercial systems to fruition. The role involves supporting, studying, understanding, and executing upon detailed project requirements and specifications, with opportunities to contribute to the development of layouts for mechanical, structural, and piping systems of skid‑mounted integrated systems.
Responsibilities Include
Aid in equipment specifications, vendor documentation, and bill of materials
Support engineering and supply chain to develop part verification, inspection, and approval related to Via’s systems
Develop, modify, and maintain project‑specific process design packages (P&IDs, BOMs, specifications, models, drawings)
Qualifications & Characteristics
Ability to work on a full‑time basis during the co‑op term
Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Experience using AutoCAD and 3D modeling is desired (Via utilizes AutoCAD Plant3D)
Familiarity with commonly‑used concepts, practices, and procedures within design/manufacturing is a plus
Experience in engineering document management is desirable but not necessary
Strong ability to manage time and quickly shifting priorities
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
A clear interest in sustainability
US work authorization is required for this role
Location Via Separations is located at 64 Pleasant St in Watertown, MA. The office & lab space is a 2‑minute walk from the Watertown Square bus terminal, with Bluebikes stations nearby and a parking lot dedicated to our office building.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Via may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role!
At Via, we value and prioritize diversity of thought, access, and experiences, and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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