Engineer Intern - Electrical (Summer 2027)

oshkoshcorporation; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, through its IMT division, seeks a motivated Electrical Engineering intern to design reliable electrical systems, optimize manufacturing processes, and reduce part counts to cut costs. You will create BOMs, drawings, and schematics while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

The role emphasizes experience with automotive/heavy-duty electrical applications, CATIA V5/SmarTeam, SolidWorks and CAD tools, plus Lean manufacturing exposure.

Qualifications

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or engineering related field for the entire duration of the internship.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Experience with automotive/heavy duty truck electrical applications and communication networks.
• Proficiency with CATIA V5 / SmarTeam, SolidWorks, CATIA V5 Electrical, Zuken E³/Enterprise/Medusa and AutoCAD.
• Experience designing wiring schematics, reference drawings and wire harnesses.
• Lean Manufacturing principles such as value streams, 5S and waste reduction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings, layouts and schematics using CAD software.
• Create Bills of Material (BOM).
• Select materials for engineered parts.
• Dimension and tolerance drawings for proper assembly.
• Prepare engineering change notices (ECN).
• Coordinate with suppliers.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

GPA 3.0

Education

Bachelor's degree progress in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

CATIA V5 / SmarTeam

SolidWorks

CATIA V5 Electrical

Zuken E³/Enterprise/Medusa

AutoCAD

Job description

About IMT, an Oshkosh company

It takes many different people, skills and talents to keep Iowa Mold Tooling on the leading edge of our markets. IMT has evolved into a leading manufacturer of service vehicles and material handling systems. Our reputation for quality, value, and performance is evident in our products, which reach a worldwide market in the mining, construction, tire service, railroad, and utility industries. IMT products can be found practically everywhere, from Romanian coal mines to Indonesian oil fields to your local Goodyear dealer. Equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology and equipment and teams that are continually striving for new developments and refinements, IMT will continue to set a standard of excellence in the design, manufacturing, performance, and delivery of high-quality products.

SUMMARY

Design reliable, functional, and cost-effective electrical systems. Provide product definition through bills of material and appropriate documentation for new and revised electrical system designs. Ensure the smooth flow of operations within the engineering department by optimizing engineering design(s) for manufacturing process efficiency and effectiveness. Focus on minimizing number of parts in a product design to reduce cost, eliminate waste, and minimize opportunities for defects.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:

• Prepare engineering drawings, layouts and schematics using computer aided design software.
• Create Bills of Material (BOM).
• Select materials for engineered parts.
• Dimension and tolerance drawings to ensure proper assembly fit.
• Conform to drafting standards and department policies.
• Prepare engineering change notices (ECN).
• Consult and coordinate with suppliers.
• Checks own work and that of others.
• Works independently with minimal direction.
• Maintain a working knowledge of One World, PRIDE and PC network systems.
• Support Customer Service with direction on electrical and multiplexing related field problems.
• Support manufacturing with direction on electrical and multiplexing related questions, features and upgrades.
• Support Production Specialists with direction on option configuration.
• Job duties will vary depending on business unit and location of internship.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or engineering related field for the entire duration of the internship.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with automotive/heavy duty truck electrical applications and communication networks.
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CATIA V5 / SmarTeam application, SolidWorks, CATIA V5 Electrical.
• Experience with 2D computer aided design software Zuken E³. Enterprise, Medusa, AutoCAD application.
• Experience with design and development of wiring schematics, reference drawings, and wire harnesses.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing principals such as value streams, 5S, 7 general types of waste, and project planning.
• Minimum GPA 3.0

Pay Range:

$18.00 - $37.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtheran