Materials Engineering Lab Intern
About The Position
The Materials Engineering Lab Intern is responsible for managing small materials engineering-related projects and supporting Materials Engineers and Scientists on larger projects by conducting materials tests, analyzing data, and elaborating summary reports. Dover Precision Components (DPC) is part of Dover Corporation’s Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently. Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.
Requirements
- Taken Materials or Mechanical Engineering courses or a technical degree in a relevant field (Associate degree or higher)
- Basic knowledge of 3D modeling and CNC programming
- Proficiency with MS Office Products
- Willingness to work in a lab environment (standing, lifting up to 30 Ibs, PPE requirements, etc)
Nice To Haves
- Previous materials testing and lab experience
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to create ideas and develop solutions
- Demonstrated skill in quality and continuous improvement
- Understanding of Engineering Principles and design practices.
- Very strong communication skills
- Familiarity with 3D CAD & strong computer skills
- Must be familiar with the impact of the manufacturing process on the key factors that control the form, fit, and function of a bearing and/or compressor.
Responsibilities
- Assist Materials Engineers and Scientists in test programs
- Run materials tests (tensile, microscopy, thermal characterization, wear testing etc.) under the supervision of Materials Engineers
- Assist in production (CNC Machining) and planning of test samples
- Collect, organize, and present test data
- Accountable for the successful completion of materials engineering projects
Benefits
- a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- wellness programs
- health savings account
- health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
- supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
- optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
- adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
- commuter benefits
- parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
- paid time off
- business travel services
- employee discounts
- an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
