Intern, Engineering/Design
About The Position
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. Join our Engineering team as a 2026 summer Engineering/Design Intern, where you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting product development, testing, and design initiatives that directly contribute to our innovative manufacturing solutions. This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Design Engineering, or related fields who want exposure to real-world engineering challenges and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals. This internship provides the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills, gain exposure to the engineering design cycle, and contribute to projects that impact both customers and manufacturing operations. If you are curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Design/Drafting Technology
- Cumulative college GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Nice To Haves
- Skilled at hand-sketching 2-D and 3-D objects
- Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of structural engineering to projects
- High level of creativity and strong ability to visualize complex spatial geometry
- Passion for productivity improvement and design enhancement
- Programming experience, preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist in product development projects, including design analysis (structural and/or fluid mechanics) and prototype support.
- Contribute to product improvement initiatives, such as technical feasibility studies, economic analysis, and design layouts.
- Create and modify engineering drawings and models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
- Support component and product testing, documenting results and recommending design adjustments when needed.
- Help assemble engineering standards in preparation for automation and design process improvements.
- Collaborate with engineers on updating or modifying design programs, templates, and technical documentation to reflect product revisions and industry code updates.
Benefits
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
