Associate, Fluid Systems Design

Mitsubishi Power Americas; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Power Americas is offering an onsite internship for mechanical/ aerospace/ chemical engineering students to gain hands-on experience in the power industry. The associate will support real projects involving gas turbine auxiliary fluid systems—piping, pumps, valves, and heat exchangers—working alongside experienced engineers.

You'll learn to read P&IDs, update CAD drawings, and use tools like AFT Arrow/Fathom.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, PTC Creo, or similar design tools.
• Academic knowledge of fluid systems and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong communication skills, curiosity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work onsite and collaborate with team members in a project environment.
• Preferred: exposure to Windchill, flow analysis tools (AFT Arrow/AFT Fathom), PI, or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with design updates and documentation for auxiliary fluid systems, including Windchill-tracked changes.
• Help answer troubleshooting questions on existing fluid systems under guidance from experienced team members.
• Learn to read and update P&IDs and process flow diagrams; gain exposure to flow analysis tools like AFT Arrow and AFT Fathom.
• Create and update CAD drawings and models in AutoCAD, PTC Creo, or similar software, including pipe layouts and BOMs.
• Use Excel, PI, or similar tools to review operating data and help spot trends or issues.
• Share findings clearly with team and project stakeholders; follow all safety policies.

Skills

CAD software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Aerospace/Chemical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

PTC Creo

Windchill

AFT Arrow

AFT Fathom

PI

Power BI

Job description

Fluid Design Systems Associate Company Overview

At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.

Role Overview

This onsite internship gives a current engineering student hands-on experience in the Power Industry. Working alongside experienced engineers, the Associate will support real projects involving gas turbine auxiliary fluid systems such as piping, pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate our core competencies: action oriented, change champion, customer-focused, developing self and others, and ownership.
• Assist engineers with design updates and documentation for auxiliary fluid systems, including engineering changes tracked in Windchill.
• Help answer troubleshooting questions on existing fluid systems with guidance from experienced team members.
• Learn to read and update P&IDs and process flow diagrams, and gain exposure to flow analysis tools such as AFT Arrow and AFT Fathom.
• Create and update CAD drawings and models in AutoCAD, PTC Creo, or similar software, including pipe layouts and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Use Excel, PI, or similar tools to review operating data and help spot trends or issues.
• Share findings and ask questions clearly with your team and project stakeholders.
• Follow all safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Management or Human Resources.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, PTC Creo, or a similar design application.
• Academic knowledge of fluid systems and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong communication skills, curiosity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work onsite and collaborate effectively with team members in a project environment.
• Preferred: exposure to Windchill, flow network analysis tools such as AFT Arrow or AFT Fathom, PI, or Power BI.
• Ability to protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using it for the benefit of third parties.

Why Should You Apply?

• Gain practical experience supporting the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of gas turbine auxiliary fluid systems.
• Build hands-on capability with CAD tools while applying fluid systems and thermodynamics knowledge to real projects.
• Learn from experienced professionals in a collaborative environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.

Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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