Mechanical Engineering Intern

Loram • Medina, MN

5d • $24 - $27

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering Intern works in the discipline design group on design tasks for custom railroad maintenance equipment. Work includes product research, calculations, documentation, and CAD drawings. This is an intern-level role involving low-complexity engineering duties under close supervision and with little to no independent work.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Have achieved junior status or higher and completed the core coursework for the chosen discipline.
• Learn and abide by established design practices and procedures to complete assignments.
• Be willing and able to learn the design tools required for the discipline, such as AutoCAD 2D/3D and solid modeling.
• Be willing and able to learn application and integration design skills in the relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product or system design under the direct guidance of an engineer or designer.
• Help assess the feasibility of designing or modifying equipment, considering cost, time limitations, company planning, and technical and economic factors.
• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to identify possible design improvements.
• Consult with research and engineering personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develop or modify designs.
• Prepare product or system layouts and detailed documentation.
• Prepare and compile calculations to support product designs.
• Assist with machine or system testing and compile and organize data.
• Analyze test data and reports to help determine whether designs meet functional and performance specifications.
• Perform low-complexity engineering duties and subtasks in the relevant discipline for one or more projects.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Wellness programs.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance and voluntary life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% contributed.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and behavioral health support.
• Leaves of absence.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Payroll charity contributions.
• Adoption assistance.
• Optional legal, critical illness, and hospitalization plans.
• Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern