Engineering Intern

BLACK DIAMOND COATINGS INC • Brooksville, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

BDC Brands is building a new manufacturing facility, and this intern will work directly alongside the Plant Engineer through the design process. You’ll get hands-on exposure to real facility layout, equipment placement, and process flow design using AutoCAD or similar CAD software — supporting an active capital project, not shadowing one. This role is a growth opportunity. The right person will build real CAD and facility-design skills, learn how a manufacturing plant actually gets planned and built, and put themselves in a strong position for future opportunities with BDC as we grow.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree or certificate in Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit); coursework experience is sufficient, no professional experience required.
• Comfortable reading technical drawings and basic blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to work on-site in Brooksville, FL.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to civil, mechanical, or electrical drafting coursework.
• Familiarity with manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Basic understanding of process flow or piping/instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and revising 2D/3D CAD drawings for facility layout, equipment placement, and process piping/electrical runs.
• Support the Plant Engineer in translating process requirements into workable floor plans.
• Research equipment specs, footprints, and clearance/code requirements.
• Support basic site measurements and field verification as needed.
• Help maintain drawing revisions, version control, and documentation standards.
• Attend project meetings and take notes on design changes to keep drawings current.
• Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance to confirm design details reflect real production needs.
• Flag questions or gaps early rather than guessing on drawing details.
• Follow all safety protocols on the plant floor and construction areas.
• Other duties as assigned to support the facility design project.

Benefits

• Paid hourly internship, competitive with local market rates.
• Direct mentorship from the Plant Engineer on a real, active facility design project.
• Portfolio-ready CAD work on an actual industrial build.
• Potential path to future employment with BDC Brands as we grow.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree