Engineering Test Lab Intern

Brunswick Corporation•Lowell, MI

10d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Test Lab Intern works under the guidance of Test Engineers and Senior and/or Principal Test Technicians on validation activities for products in Navico Group’s portfolio. The role applies basic engineering principles to support the test lab and may also support program teams. The intern works with validation engineers and cross-functional technical team members to understand product requirements, develop validation solutions, and support the planning and execution of validation activities. The internship is a full-time commitment from May to August, with interns expected to work a 40-hour work week. The role is onsite in Lowell, Michigan, with no travel required. Relocation is available. The hourly pay range is $18.00–$27.00, with the offered rate depending on factors such as academic progress, degree, relevant skills and experience, business needs, and location.

Requirements

Working toward a Bachelor of Applied Science, such as BSME, BSEE, BSSE, or another applicable degree.
Able to work independently and in groups.
Able to synthesize a solution when design inputs are vague or incomplete.
Comfortable multitasking and adapting to priority shifts.
Selfless, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
Able to plan, coordinate, and prioritize many projects simultaneously.
Must be authorized to work in the United States immediately without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on mechanical work experience.
Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related degree.
Familiarity with marine and/or RV products in a professional or recreational environment.
Experience with new product development cycles and validation.

Responsibilities

Work with validation engineers and technical team members from other functions to complete tasks.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand product requirements and develop product validation solutions.
Identify and troubleshoot basic mechanical and electrical engineering issues.
Develop a network of key stakeholders across various functions.
Support planning and execution of validation activities, including fixture design and builds, test scheduling, test execution, and test report writing.
Support the creation of validation documents, including test fixture concepts, test procedures, and test reports.
Become familiar with the product development process and relevant deliverables.
Support safety culture through key 5S kaizen and audit processes.
Design and build test stands and custom fixtures for new product development and sustaining engineering projects.
Set up and run tests on a variety of products using a variety of test equipment.
Support the creation, updating, and optimization of test documentation.
Support the PD&E shop with prototype and sample builds.