Mechanical Engineer Intern
Lyten•San Jose, CA
•$25 - $32•Onsite
About The Position
This internship supports Lyten's engineering rigor and scalability by fully documenting existing reactor systems. Interns will produce comprehensive documentation packages—including P&IDs, CAD models, BOMs, and work instructions informing a capstone project with long-term operational impact. This work enhances traceability, supports controlled design changes, and improves build efficiency for commercial reactors.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an engineering degree program (Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field); no degree required
- Completion of relevant coursework in engineering fundamentals, CAD, or technical drawing
- Basic familiarity with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, organized technical documentation
- Strong work ethic with a desire to learn in a fast-paced engineering environment
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to GD&T principles or ANSI/ASME Y14.5 drawing standards
- Experience reading or creating P&IDs, BOMs, or engineering work instructions
- Familiarity with document control or PLM/PDM systems
- Hands-on lab or shop experience (fabrication, assembly, or testing)
Responsibilities
- Create and update P&IDs, 3D CAD models, and detailed part drawings for existing reactor systems using SolidWorks
- Improve reactor functionality through methodical, first-principle based problem solving
- Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and inventory records for reactor components and assemblies
- Write and revise work instructions and assembly procedures to support repeatable, efficient builds
- Support engineering change processes by ensuring documentation packages are accurate, complete, and revision-controlled
- Collaborate with engineering and technician teams to verify documentation reflects as-built system configurations
- Organize and maintain structured documentation packages for released and in-development reactor systems
- Clearly communicate progress and findings in both written and verbal form
Benefits
- healthcare
- dental
- vision
- corporate discounts
- paid holidays
- PTO and sick time
- 401K
- employee relocation plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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