Intern, Mechanical Engineer

Crystal Group•Cedar Rapids, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the design, development, verification of assigned mechanical components to include sheet-metal / machined-metal parts and assemblies, and theoretical mechanical concepts required to integrate mechanical and electrical components into one assembly. The intern will maintain an extensive working knowledge of Crystal Group’s mechanical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor) for efficient conversion of technical requirements into schematic diagrams and assembly drawings. They will also maintain an extensive understanding of metal parts machining, fabrication, and assembly processes, and a working knowledge of packaging techniques applied to high performance electronics for use in harsh and demanding environments. The role relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job, ensuring designs are producible and error-free. The intern will recommend proper procedures, processes, templates, and tools to correctly perform assigned tasks, and support System Architects in capturing, refining, and addressing customer requirements. Additionally, they will provide concise input on technological opportunities, assist with establishing capital plans, project schedules, and budgets, and offer technical assistance for pilot line builds and testing of new products. The position involves providing component-level review and troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical Services, as well as assisting the Sales department. The intern will also provide technical leadership for junior mechanical designers/engineers, offering mentoring, guidance, and technical reviews. Finally, they will review mechanical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.

Requirements

Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person")
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or related field
Ability to use various software programs related to engineering theory (AutoDesk Inventor, AutoCAD)
Must be able to demonstrate experience in multitasking to meet several simultaneous project milestones up to and including completion of several projects
Works well both independently and in a team environment and is willing to change priorities as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with 3D design, finite element analysis, and computational fluid dynamics
Mechanical component design or manufacturing experience
CAD software related work
Knowledge of computer equipment (PC, firewall, switch, data acquisition systems, UPS, server rack equipment, etc.)

Responsibilities

Design, development, and verification of assigned mechanical components, including sheet-metal/machined-metal parts and assemblies.
Integration of mechanical and electrical components into assemblies.
Efficient conversion of technical requirements into schematic diagrams and assembly drawings using mechanical design tools (AutoCAD, Inventor).
Understanding of metal parts machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.
Application of packaging techniques for high-performance electronics in demanding environments.
Recommending proper procedures, processes, templates, and tools for task execution.
Supporting System Architects in capturing, refining, and addressing customer requirements.
Providing input on technological opportunities and assisting with capital plans, project schedules, and budgets.
Providing technical assistance for pilot line builds and testing of new products.
Providing component-level review and troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical Services.
Assisting the Sales department.
Providing technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior mechanical designers/engineers.
Reviewing mechanical drawings and designs for adherence to specifications and standards.