SUMMARY:
The Design Engineering Intern supports the Engineering team in the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of electro-mechanical products. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience in engineering processes, including drafting, engineering change management, and Sales Order support. The intern will work closely with Design Engineers, Application Engineers, and cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, adherence to standards, and timely delivery of engineering outputs.
This position focuses on developing foundational engineering skills while contributing to real-world projects that support production and customer deliverables.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Drawing Updates: Support updates to engineering drawings, including revisions, corrections, and standardization efforts in alignment with company drafting standards.
• Drafting Support: Assist in the creation and modification of 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks to support Sales Orders and engineering initiatives.
• ECO/ECN Support: Assist with Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), including implementing drawing updates, supporting documentation changes, and ensuring proper revision control.
• Documentation Accuracy: Ensure drawings, BOMs, and related engineering documents are accurate, complete, and aligned with engineering standards.
• Sales Order Support: Provide drafting and documentation support for Sales Orders, including updating standard designs and assisting with layout modifications.
• Data Management: Support data entry and validation within Epicor and PDM systems, ensuring consistency and accuracy of engineering data.
• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with Production, Quality Control, and Planning teams to resolve basic engineering-related issues and improve documentation clarity.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in Lessons Learned activities and contribute to improving engineering processes, standards, and documentation practices.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
• Ownership: Takes responsibility for assigned tasks and follows through to completion.
• Adaptability: Demonstrates willingness to learn new tools, processes, and product lines.
• Attention to Detail: Produces accurate work with a focus on minimizing errors.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams
• Continuous Improvement: Seeks opportunities to learn and improve outputs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Technical Skills:
• Basic knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and drafting concepts
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word)
Preferred Skills (Not Required):
• Exposure to PDM systems or ERP systems (e.g., Epicor)
• Basic understanding of sheet metal design
• Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will:
- Stand/walk frequently during their scheduled shift.
- See well enough to read/compose reports and use the computer.
- Hear well enough to communicate with coworkers and customers.
- Climb, stoop, and kneel rarely.
- Fine finger manipulation includes writing, typing and using the phone system.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.