Heat Pump Product Engineering Intern, Summer 2027

Watts Water Technologies • Fort Worth, TX

12d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Watts is hiring a Heat Pump Product Engineering Intern for its Marketing and Product Management team. The intern will develop technical training materials and support product improvement initiatives that strengthen customer understanding of heat pump and water heating systems. The role offers hands-on experience in technical communication, refrigeration design, and applied HVAC technology, working with Product Management, Engineering, and New Product Development teams to create instructional resources, support troubleshooting, and evaluate potential product improvements.

The position reports to the Product Manager and is onsite in Fort Worth, Texas. The intern will work in both office and manufacturing environments, and may need to be present on the manufacturing floor while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Work hours will be communicated by the manager. The expected pay range is $22–$26 per hour. This is a summer 2027 internship; specific start and end dates are not provided.

Requirements

• Current college student with junior or senior status.
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Systems, HVAC Technology, Communications, a related technical field, or a related media field.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong interest in technical training, renewable energy, and/or HVAC and water heating systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to participate in hands-on demonstrations and technical activities under supervision.
• Initiative, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to contributing meaningfully and making an impact.
• Commitment to integrity and respectful interactions that foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Accountability, ownership of tasks, and follow-through on commitments.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures.
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing.
• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods, move around the office and manufacturing floor, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to organize or transport office materials and lift and carry up to 25 pounds; ability to push and pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, perform data entry, communicate clearly, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, which may include safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of junior- or senior-level coursework in a relevant field.
• Familiarity with CAD, diagramming, or graphic design tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Visio, or Adobe Illustrator.
• Interest in technical documentation, instructional content development, or product training.
• Interest in refrigeration systems, heat pump technology, or HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify product startup challenges, troubleshooting procedures, and technical support needs.
• Develop technical training materials, including manuals, presentations, videos, and online modules for field startup and troubleshooting.
• Research industry training materials and best practices to align instructional resources with technical standards and customer needs.
• Help develop and organize content for online learning platforms.
• Work with Product Management and Engineering to identify commonly failing components and evaluate replacement solutions.
• Support product improvement initiatives by reviewing cost analyses, test results, and technical recommendations.
• Develop testing plans to evaluate the functionality, reliability, and durability of replacement components through functional and stress testing.
• Collaborate with Engineering and New Product Development teams to learn about refrigeration design, heat pump systems, and HVAC and water heating technologies.
• Document technical findings, testing procedures, and product performance observations to support troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Use Microsoft Office and relevant technical tools to create training documentation, presentations, and project reports.
• Participate in internship development activities, networking, and cross-functional learning experiences.
• Present internship project outcomes, technical findings, and recommendations to leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
• Take on other projects and duties assigned by the Training Manager, Product Manager, or Company management.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, follow safety and testing procedures, identify product improvement opportunities, and communicate findings effectively.
• Demonstrate Watts’ values and competencies, including integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, transparency, dependability, flexibility, collaboration, and adherence to company policies and cultural beliefs.

Benefits

• One hour of flexible PTO for every 30 hours worked; flexible PTO can be used for any type of absence.
• Paid holidays during the internship; weekend holidays are observed on an adjacent weekday.
• Lunch and Learns with opportunities to learn and network with strategic leaders and thought partners.
• People-first culture, meaningful career growth opportunities, and a positive and safe work environment.
• Internship development activities, networking opportunities, and cross-functional learning experiences.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern