Mechanical Engineering Intern

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC•Michigan City, IN

3d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

DwyerOmega is seeking a motivated engineering student for a hands-on summer internship in Michigan City, Indiana. The internship runs from May through August 2027 and provides real-world experience in product design, testing, validation, and continuous improvement. The intern will support technical documentation, product validation, data analysis, prototype development, and process improvement initiatives, collaborating across functions and contributing to projects throughout the product lifecycle. The role involves creating CAD models, assemblies, and drawings; conducting development tests of pressure and load products in a laboratory; updating product documentation and bills of materials; managing engineering documentation in SolidWorks PDM; supporting scrap-reduction efforts; using 3D printing equipment; preparing project and test reports; and evaluating products for cost-reduction opportunities. The position is on-site and requires working in office and engineering environments, with occasional visits to manufacturing areas while following safety procedures and using PPE when required. The intern must be able to work at a computer for extended periods, view detailed technical information, move between work areas, communicate with colleagues, and occasionally lift or carry light materials or documents, typically up to 10–15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Be enrolled as a full-time student in a two-year or four-year college or university program.
Basic knowledge of 2D and 3D mechanical design using CAD software such as SolidWorks or similar tools.
Foundational understanding of mechanical engineering principles gained through coursework, laboratory work, or academic projects.
Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering projects.
Ability to work in an office environment and sit for extended periods while using a computer workstation.
Ability to view detailed technical drawings and work with precise visual information.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and in writing.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry light materials or documents, typically up to 10–15 pounds, if needed.

Nice To Haves

A major in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field is strongly preferred.
Working understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Familiarity with digital engineering filing systems, engineering workflows, and engineering change/update processes.
Understanding of engineering materials and their properties.

Responsibilities

Develop CAD models, assemblies, and drawings for CNC machinists and design change orders.
Conduct development testing of pressure and load products in a laboratory environment.
Create product documentation change orders to revise or release bills of materials.
Learn and use SolidWorks PDM to manage engineering documentation.
Participate in the A3PS initiative to reduce scrap by evaluating products and determining root causes of issues.
Use 3D printing equipment to build prototype parts and test fixtures.
Prepare reports about project specifications, test data, completed activities, and current status.
Evaluate products for cost and cost-out initiatives.
Collaborate cross-functionally on product design, validation, data analysis, prototype development, and process improvement projects.