Mechanical Engineering Intern

2024 • Rockford, MI

2d

About The Position

This internship offers the opportunity to assist in reviewing customer design intent and evaluating basic project feasibility with support from senior engineers. You will contribute to new product introduction activities from concept through early production phases under supervision. The role involves supporting the setup, fabrication, and documentation of test equipment, fixtures, and procedures. You will also participate in product and system design activities, including updates to CAD models and engineering drawings, and provide general technical support to manufacturing teams by helping evaluate equipment, processes, and improvement opportunities. Additionally, you will assist with documentation related to patents, trademarks, and marketing efforts as needed.

Requirements

• Foundational understanding of mechanical and/or electrical product design.
• Exposure to product development through coursework, internships, or project work.
• Basic understanding of project coordination or engineering project workflows.
• Customer interaction and communication skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments (internships, co-ops, or academic projects acceptable).
• Basic knowledge of design for manufacturability in common materials (plastics, metals, etc.).
• Ability to interact with customers, vendors, and internal teams with support from senior engineers.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (ProE/Creo preferred) or similar platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Internships or co-ops strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing customer design intent and evaluating basic project feasibility with support from senior engineers.
• Contribute to new product introduction activities from concept through early production phases under supervision.
• Support the setup, fabrication, and documentation of test equipment, fixtures, and procedures.
• Participate in product and system design activities, including updates to CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Provide general technical support to manufacturing teams by helping evaluate equipment, processes, and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with documentation related to patents, trademarks, and marketing efforts as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern