Mechanical Engineering Intern- Summer 2027

ITW • Lincolnshire, IL

55d • $24 - $28

About The Position

Discover and Innovate as a Mechanical Engineer Summer Intern at EH Wachs! Your Gateway to Real-World Engineering Awaits. As a Mechanical Engineering Intern with EH Wachs you will contribute to the development and testing of products that support the business's growth initiatives. This internship provides hands-on experience applying engineering principles to real-world product development challenges while building practical skills in design, testing, data analysis, and technical communication. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain exposure to the engineering processes and cross-functional collaboration that bring innovative products from concept to market.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong mechanical aptitude, curiosity and a desire to learn and apply new knowledge.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or other 3D CAD modeling tools, and fundamental engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Initiative, perseverance, and a strong work ethic.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Disciplined personality with self-driven organization and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous engineering internship, laboratory, project team, or other hands-on technical experience.
• Experience with product testing, technical documentation, data analysis, or root cause analysis.
• Exposure to industrial products, manufacturing environments, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Support prototype development, product testing, and evaluation activities.
• Create and update CAD drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks.
• Support Engineering Change activities to improve existing product performance and address field issues.
• Analyze test data using Excel and other analytical tools to identify trends, investigate results, and support root cause analysis.
• Create work instructions and technical reports that communicate test procedures, results, and recommendations clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, share findings, and support new product development and product improvement activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern