Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Nomad GCS • Columbia Falls, MT

32d

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern within the Innovative Solutions Group, you will gain hands-on experience bridging design engineering and production. Working closely with Senior Manufacturing Engineers and mentors, you will focus on Design for Manufacturability (DFM), process documentation, and identifying solutions for electrical and mechanical build challenges during physical construction.

The internship follows the Manufacturing Engineer I (Entry / Developing) framework, building foundational manufacturing engineering competencies. You will apply DFM principles, support standard work documentation, and learn tooling, fixture, and assembly workflows. The role may also provide exposure to engineering disciplines and operational teams including Standards & Modularity, Design Engineering, Advanced Engineering, and Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science program in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, typically having completed sophomore or junior year.
• Prior coursework or project experience with CAD software.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical fundamentals, including AC/DC systems, harness assembly, and wiring pass-throughs.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and multimeter or test equipment.
• Eagerness to learn on the fly, a strong problem-solving attitude, and effective communication skills for working between engineering and shop-floor technicians.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet all Federal Contractor employee requirements.
• Must be able to travel occasionally as needed.
• Ability to safely work around energized systems when required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SolidWorks or SolidWorks Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with DFM reviews during digital design and physical builds to help ensure electrical and mechanical systems are repeatable and manufacturable.
• Use ECAD/CAD tools to update manufacturing models, schematics, standard work documentation, and production instructions.
• Help answer basic shop-floor questions, clarify engineering intent, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical build issues under guidance.
• Support basic fixture modifications, shop machinery and tool usage, and workspace design to promote safety, quality, and repeatability.
• Learn Engineering Change Request and Change Order processes and assist with updating production documentation.
• Assist with tolerance reviews and basic test setups, and formally document validation results.
• Learn to manage multiple task requests, incorporate feedback to reduce production rework, and model Nomad Core Values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern