Mechanical Engineering Internship (DORIS)
About The Position
At Blue Robotics, we enable the field of marine robotics with affordable components and systems. We’re currently working in partnership with the Ocean Discovery League on a Deep Ocean Research & Imaging System (“DORIS”). In a nutshell, DORIS is a cutting-edge, low-cost deep sea camera that will revolutionize deep ocean exploration. The project has the potential to dramatically expand deep ocean access. But we need some help fast! We are looking for a mechanical engineering student in the Los Angeles area to help with the development, field testing, and documentation of this project. This is a very hands-on internship and not for those who might be uncomfortable near the water. We’re not sending you down to the bottom of the sea or anything. But it can get bumpy on the boat. If you have an innate desire to create new things, noodle intently over your projects, and yearn to expand your technical depth and understanding, then we’d love to hear from you!
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an Engineering degree in a related field (Mechanical Engineering, Eng Phys, Mechatronics, Ocean Engineering, etc.).
- Comfortable on the water!
- Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting of components and assemblies in at least one CAD software package (Solidworks, NX, CATIA, Inventor, Fusion, Onshape, etc).
- Strong and growing foundation in statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and engineering materials.
- Designed, built, and tested some interesting things so far.
- Deep, insatiable impulse to understand, and leverage that understanding to create new things.
- Innate desire to collaborate, learn, and adapt.
Responsibilities
- Design and modify mechanical assemblies, such as pressure-rated enclosures, battery modules, connectors, lights, electronics trays, cameras, and vehicle frames
- Assist with the assembly of new DORIS units using basic hand tools and 3D printing
- Build and integrate cable assemblies with soldering, crimping, and connector installation
- Evaluate system failure modes, create validation plans and support the execution of these plans
- Test the components and system for performance, durability, and reliability, including lab testing and field testing off a dock and/or boat
Benefits
- Educational reimbursement program
- Fun, team-building events
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
