Mechanical Design Engineering Intern
About The Position
Join the Mechanical/Thermal Engineering team at HPE Aruba Networking and contribute to development of high-performance networking products. The Hardware R&D team works to advance the performance, reliability, and quality of HPE Aruba switching products. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers on hardware development projects, gaining hands-on experience in mechanical design, thermal management, CAD modeling, simulation, and experimental testing. The role contributes to evaluating design concepts, analyzing thermal and mechanical performance, validating prototypes, and identifying opportunities for design improvements. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop engineering concepts into reliable, high-quality networking products while building technical skills. Project assignments will align with business priorities while taking into account the intern’s technical interests, skills, and development goals. Assignments may involve mechanical engineering, thermal management, materials science, product design, structural analysis, and related fields. The role is onsite, with the expectation that the employee will primarily work from an HPE office.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- Basic understanding of mechanical design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, or related engineering principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, or similar mechanical design tools.
- Familiarity with thermal analysis or engineering simulation software such as FloTHERM, ANSYS, or similar tools.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
- A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for learning.
- Strong interest in high-tech hardware and a desire to apply engineering concepts to real-world product development.
Nice To Haves
- Prior related experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering projects involving mechanical design, thermal analysis, simulation, and product validation.
- Assist with 3D CAD modeling and design evaluation of mechanical components, enclosures, heatsinks, and other hardware assemblies.
- Evaluate airflow, heat dissipation, and thermal performance using engineering simulations and analytical methods.
- Support prototype development, laboratory testing, and validation of mechanical and thermal designs.
- Analyze test data and simulation results to identify performance issues and recommend design improvements.
- Troubleshoot engineering challenges and collaborate with team members to develop effective solutions.
- Document engineering analyses, test results, and recommendations, and communicate findings during project reviews.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and explore new engineering tools and methodologies to support product development.
Benefits
- A comprehensive suite of benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
- Programs to support career and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
