Summer 2027 Engineering Intern - Engine Systems
Progress Rail•La Grange, IL
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Intern will learn multiple facets of engineering projects. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge to supplement their academic field of study. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor.
Requirements
- Enrolled in mechanical engineering undergraduate or graduate program with good academic standing
- Fundamental mechanical engineering courses: IC Engines; Engine emissions fundaments/ familiarity
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Developed analytical ability
- Minimal travel may be necessary
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with dyno testing
- Familiarity with engine performance and emissions
- Familiarity with Thermodynamics fundamentals
Responsibilities
- Develop prototype engine testing and validation of engine components
- Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis
- Support engine emissions and performance testing
- Support locomotive testing
- Work with other engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods improvement, product improvements, and to support build programs
- Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college
- Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments
- Obtain knowledge of facility and its operations
- Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments
- Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel
- Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area
- Frequent contact with others outside the work group
- Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilize the employee’s academic discipline
- Travel as required
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
