Mechanical Engineering Intern - Spring 2027

Ametek, Inc. • Kent, OH

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About The Position

This internship gives engineering students real-world experience at an electrical motor manufacturer. The intern supports the design, development, and testing of brushed and brushless DC motors, stepper motor-based linear actuators, drives, and custom automation sub-systems. The role involves applying engineering principles, collaborating with experienced engineers, technicians, and other departments, and developing 3D CAD and simulation capabilities.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or an equivalent field.
• Sophomore or higher-level standing.
• Coursework or experience related to mechanical engineering principles.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize thoughts, files, and data well.
• A proactive, positive team player who can work individually or as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or interest in electrical motors and/or rotating equipment.
• Ability to interpret drawings and schematics.
• Experience working in a lab or shop environment.
• Hands-on capability with typical electrical test and measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analyses.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers to design, test, document, and validate new products.
• Build, document, and validate the electro-mechanical performance of motors, drives, and circuitry.
• Address design issues and improve designs through the engineering change procedure.
• Execute tests, analyze data, and generate technical reports to inform management.
• Create CAD models, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks.
• Learn to run electromagnetic, thermal, and/or stress simulations in ANSYS.
• Design test and assembly fixtures to aid product manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed