Mechanical Engineering Internship or Co-op 2027

Aerotech, Inc.•Pittsburgh, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

When you join the Precision Automation and Robotics evolution at Aerotech, located near Pittsburgh, PA in RIDC Park, O’Hara Township, you will join a company that is small enough that everyone makes a difference, and large enough to work with today’s latest and greatest technology. You will gain exceptional experience with a balance of learning, hands-on training, and opportunities to work on projects that matter. You will participate in our total rewards internship program that includes: Extending your education from your classroom to practical applications. Access to leading engineers in the field of automation and robotics. Participation with other interns and assigned mentors exploring various projects, career paths, company luncheons and activities. Competitive compensation and flexible schedules, supporting your professional and educational goals. You will help to improve lives with our innovative solutions that enable advanced manufacturing operations worldwide. Demand for Aerotech’s advanced technology products continues to thrive, so we continue to expand! Join the Aerotech Precision Automation and Robotics Careers evolution and Take Control of Your Career!

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Currently accepting applications for Sophomores and Juniors, as well as Seniors that plan to attend graduate school and current graduate students.
Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or above.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with at least one 3D solid modeling package is preferred.
Experience with at least one technical programming language (MATLAB, Python, etc) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in many aspects of the design, assembly, testing, and analysis of precision positioning systems under the guidance of an upper-level engineer and with the support of a peer group.
Performing detailed mechanical design, drawing, and documentation of parts and assemblies to support the production of our precision motion systems.
Characterizing error motions in positioning systems by learning to use laser interferometers, capacitance probes, autocollimators, indicators, digital levels, accelerometers, and other metrology equipment.
Using frequency response methods and vibration test equipment to characterize dynamic performance and stability margins of closed loop servomechanisms.
Working closely with the engineering and production teams to identify and correct problematic steps in the manufacturing process.
Collecting, analyzing, and presenting data using a variety of software tools for both formal presentations and informal group meetings.
Practicing project management techniques to clearly identify a problem statement, track progress towards the objectives, and report on the closing results.