Design Engineer Intern

Thinklance LLP; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Advancement opportunities

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Thinklance LLP is seeking an engineering intern to work with our on-site Engineering Team on daily production needs, problem resolution, and design support.

You will perform basic analysis and testing, contribute to prototype designs, document processes, and collaborate with global teams across multiple sites. Proficiency in CAD/SolidWorks and strong communication are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with CAD/SolidWorks.
• Nice to have: MS Excel and PowerPoint experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong orientation towards safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the on-staff Engineering Team on daily production needs.
• Perform basic analysis and testing; set up tests to verify functionality, strength, and safety.
• Contribute to prototype design considerations and drawings.
• Create detailed engineering documentation for process and product improvement projects.
• Research components and liaise with suppliers as needed.
• Support lean manufacturing improvements and global team collaboration.

Skills

CAD/SolidWorks

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Lean manufacturing

Education

Pursuing degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Work alongside the on-staff Engineering Team focusing on daily production needs such as problem resolution and value improvements.
• Perform basic analysis and testing; set up and administer tests to verify functionality, strength, and safety.
• Contribute to design considerations of prototype parts, assemblies, product design sketches, and drawings.
• Create detailed engineering documentation including design, drafting, and analysis on process and product improvement projects.
• Utilize SolidWorks, Microsoft Office products, and other engineering software.
• Research components and contact suppliers as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement of processes and procedures within a lean manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with team members from global locations, including over 50 manufacturing sites worldwide.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who have:

• Pursuing a degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with CAD/SolidWorks.
• Nice to have: MS Excel and PowerPoint experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong orientation towards safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop practical solutions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Training & Development

The program immerses high-potential students in challenging real-world projects that drive business results and foster innovation and continuous improvement. The company is committed to the personal and professional development of students and encourages their growth into future leaders.

Career Progression

Intern and co-op opportunities can lead to full-time careers within the organization.