Mechanical Engineer Intern

Safe Fleet • Boise, ID

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer Intern supports the Engineering team in the design, development, documentation, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of components, sub-assemblies, and finished goods that meet the cost, performance and timeliness requirements defined within ESG’s Product Planning Process (P3 Process). This role provides hands-on engineering experience across the product development lifecycle. The intern will work under the guidance of experienced engineers while collaborating with cross-functional partners to help develop and deliver products and process improvements using original thinking and ingenuity.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn ERP, PLM, CAD, document-control, and other business systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, including with cross-functional and production-based teams.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, follow direction, ask questions when needed, and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Training or experience with SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software), including modeling, assembly, and drawing creation.
• Experience rapid prototyping parts, fixtures and products, both subtractive (machined) and additive (grown).
• Experience using a manual mill, lathe, drill press, bandsaw, and other shop tools.
• Experience working in an install bay, upfitting vehicles or installing aftermarket parts/electronics onto vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes, products, assemblies and components that meet or exceed ESG’s stringent quality, cost, performance & schedule requirements.
• Disassemble and measure vehicles with hand tools or use of 3D scanner.
• Fit check parts onto various vehicles/applications.
• Support Label Modification projects as defined within ESG’s P3 Processes.
• Review and approve mechanical and finished goods drawings.
• Write assembly instructions (AIs), work instructions, and equipment maintenance procedures.
• Develop production jigs, assembly fixtures, and crimping tools for domestic & international manufacturing.
• Complete finished goods first article reports (FARs).
• Perform finished goods product verification, qualification, and validation testing.
• Contribute to ensuring the integrity of mechanical design and product development processes.
• Analyze, evaluate, and recommend system improvements that will reduce product design cycle times.
• Quickly resolve engineering & technical issues.
• Actively participate in ESG’s Change Request (CR/ECN/DCN) process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern