Product Engineering Intern

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

21h

About The Position

The Product Engineering Intern supports product engineering activities at Allison Transmission, with a focus on hydraulic systems. The internship provides exposure to transmission test analysis, component research, basic product design, computer modeling, application engineering, and embedded control systems. The intern works with an assigned supervisor and completes a specific engineering project during the assignment. A minimum commitment of 10 weeks is required. The role includes opportunities to learn about product development, transmission calibration and integration, data analysis, customer applications, and test equipment. The intern may work with cross-functional teams, customers, OEMs, and technicians, and present project findings to management. The position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Requirements

Be currently enrolled in a four-year engineering program; no prior experience is required.
Be an undergraduate or graduate student with 1–3 years at an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Show a strong desire to learn about engineering roles in the automotive industry and the ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrate effective communication in a business setting and across functional areas.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Proficiency with computer operation, including Microsoft Office tools.
Demonstrate knowledge of basic engineering concepts corresponding with current school year.
Commit to a minimum of 10 weeks per assignment.

Nice To Haves

Statistical training.
A 3.0 GPA in an engineering major.

Responsibilities

Gain exposure to development activities aimed at improving drivability and fuel economy while reducing emissions.
Participate in transmission calibration and integration of the transmission within engine and vehicle systems.
Work cross-functionally with departments to improve existing products and design new technologies.
Contribute to developing specifications, analyzing data, summarizing and reporting results, maintaining records, and writing technical reports.
Interface with customers and OEMs, tailoring calibrations to meet customer needs.
Work with technicians to set up and operate test devices and measurement tools.
Present project results and technical analysis of activities to management staff.
Complete a specific engineering project during the assignment.
Perform other duties as assigned.