Engineering Intern

HULK • Houston, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

HULK USA is seeking Mechanical Engineering students for its 10-week Summer 2027 Engineering Internship Program. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers on active initiatives in mechanical design, product development, prototyping, manufacturing, and engineering testing, and will own a defined project from concept through completion. At the end of the internship, the intern will present their work, technical findings, and recommendations to the engineering team.

The role supports development and improvement of downhole tools and mechanical components; creation and modification of SolidWorks models and engineering documentation; prototype and test equipment development; product testing and validation; and collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations. An assigned engineering mentor will guide the intern's project, which includes setting objectives and milestones, developing and evaluating solutions, communicating progress, and presenting results and recommendations.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Junior standing or higher at the start of the internship.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Completed coursework in Statics or Engineering Mechanics and introductory CAD.
• Strong interest in mechanical design, product development, manufacturing, and hands-on engineering.
• Foundational understanding of engineering principles and mechanical systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas, explain design decisions, and document findings.
• Willingness to take initiative, accept feedback, and work collaboratively with others.
• Availability to work full-time, on-site in Houston, Texas, from June 7 through August 13, 2027.

Nice To Haves

• Previous engineering internship, co-op, or relevant hands-on project experience.
• Experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling or engineering drawings.
• Coursework in Fluid Mechanics, Mechanical Design, or related subjects.
• Experience with prototyping, 3D printing, engineering competitions, or mechanical testing.
• Interest in energy technology, downhole tools, or industrial product development.

Responsibilities

• Support development and improvement of downhole tools and mechanical components from concept through prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks.
• Assist in designing and fabricating prototypes, test fixtures, equipment components, and product demonstration displays.
• Collaborate with engineers to evaluate designs, troubleshoot technical challenges, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support the design, construction, and development of engineering test equipment, including flow loops, gas metering systems, and product test fixtures.
• Participate in functional, performance, and competitive testing of HULK products.
• Assist in developing test procedures, collecting and analyzing data, and documenting technical results.
• Help identify product performance improvements based on testing and engineering analysis.
• Work with Engineering and Operations on prototype assembly, troubleshooting, and production readiness.
• Participate in hands-on problem-solving involving mechanical components, manufacturing processes, and product performance.
• Support 3D printing and additive manufacturing for prototypes, production aids, and customer demonstration samples.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, product quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings, material specifications, design records, test reports, and manufacturing documentation.
• Organize technical information to support engineering consistency and future product development.
• Communicate project progress, technical challenges, and recommendations to engineering team members.
• Collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to support shared objectives.
• Lead a defined project aligned with engineering, product development, testing, or manufacturing priorities; establish objectives, milestones, and deliverables; develop, test, and evaluate potential solutions; provide progress updates; and present results, lessons learned, and recommendations.

Benefits

• Real project ownership and the opportunity to present findings directly to the engineering team.
• Hands-on engineering experience applying classroom knowledge to design, product development, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle, from design and development through testing, manufacturing, and field applications.
• Direct mentorship, technical guidance, constructive feedback, and professional development.
• Cross-functional experience with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern