NPD Engineer Intern, Summer 2027

Watts Water Technologies • Fort Worth, TX

4d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The New Product Development (NPD) Engineer Intern will support the New Product Development department within Watts’ Conditioning and Filtration platform. The intern will help develop and evaluate product-validation methods for water-conditioning and filtration products, gaining hands-on technical experience in experiment design, laboratory-scale testing, technical data analysis, and documentation for new product development initiatives. The position reports to the New Product Development Manager and is onsite at the Fort Worth, Texas location.

The internship includes practical project work, opportunities to contribute to day-to-day operations, and networking and collaboration with professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and other departments. Most duties are performed in an office environment at a manufacturing facility, with occasional work on the manufacturing floor. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required when on the manufacturing floor. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with scheduled hours communicated by the manager.

The expected compensation is $22–$26 per hour, dependent on individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law. Intern benefits include one hour of flexible PTO for every 30 hours worked, paid holidays, and opportunities to participate in Lunch and Learns. Benefits listed as applying only to permanent roles do not apply to this internship.

Requirements

• Must be a current student with sophomore, junior, or senior status.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related scientific field.
• Interest in product development, water-treatment technologies, and related applications.
• Passion for the work and a genuine desire to contribute meaningfully and make an impact.
• Commitment to integrity and respect in interactions with others, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership of tasks and following through on commitments.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Ability to adhere to Watts’ values and cultural beliefs, including growth mindset, customer-focused innovation, constant communication, clear goals, global collaboration, inclusion, and taking action.
• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks such as typing or using a mouse.
• Ability to move around the office and manufacturing floor, organize or transport office-related materials, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, perform data entry, communicate clearly, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and push and pull up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, which may include safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework, projects, or prior experience in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.
• Previous laboratory experience.
• Experience with experimental design or test-method development.
• Experience with basic statistical analysis and technical data analysis.
• Coursework or prior experience related to regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and testing equipment.
• Experience with technical data analysis, processing, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support water-treatment projects through the development and evaluation of engineering tools and test methods.
• Design and conduct laboratory-scale experiments to evaluate product performance and validation methods.
• Contribute to instrumentation-focused projects supporting water-treatment new product development.
• Assist with regulatory and product qualification projects as needed.
• Analyze and process project data to support technical evaluation and reporting.
• Document testing procedures, experimental results, and technical findings to support product development activities.
• Maintain accurate testing records, communicate findings transparently, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties assigned by the New Product Development Manager or Company management.
• Follow applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees and adhere to company policies, procedures, standards, and cultural beliefs.

Benefits

• One hour of flexible PTO for every 30 hours worked; flexible PTO can be used for any type of absence.
• Paid holidays during the internship.
• Opportunities to participate in Lunch and Learns and network with strategic leaders and thought partners.
• People-first culture, meaningful career growth opportunities, and a positive and safe work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern