Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2027)

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

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation's IMT division seeks an engineering intern to support mechanical design activities. You will use CATIA to layout components, evaluate parts for weight, cost, and manufacturability, and assist on assembly floors during prototypes and production builds.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, with emphasis on CAD tools and collaborative problem solving. Internship offers exposure to PLM/ECN processes and BOM updates.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering for the entire internship duration.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, are important.
• Experience or interest in mechanical design and CAD tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software (CATIA).
• Select parts considering weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Assist on assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production builds and provide technical support.
• Generate calculations for weight distribution, stress, and performance estimates.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Assist in testing of vehicles or components and manage ECNs in PLM systems.
• Design, model, and test mechanical systems that integrate with a vehicle.
• Update BOMs in PDM to reflect changes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

CAD Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Pro-E / Creo

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

Assist a variety of engineers (design, production, manufacturing, industrial, test, etc.) with multiple tasks involving the mechanical engineering functions at Pierce Manufacturing.

YOUR IMPACT

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software i.e., CATIA.
• Select parts or components for quality conscious design, i.e., weight, cost, reliability, and ease of manufacturing.
• Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance.
• Generate engineering calculations of weight distribution, stress analysis, performance estimations, etc.
• Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
• Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.
• Create and manage ECN's (Engineering Change Notices) using the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system.
• Design, model, and test new mechanical systems that integrate with a vehicle.
• Update bill of materials in the PDM (Product Data Management) system to reflect product changes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field for entire duration of internship

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in extracurricular activities outside academic requirements.
• Previous internship experience or work-related experience.
• Experience using CATIA, Pro-E or a similar CAD system is a plus.
• Previous experience or heightened interest in mechanical design.

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 furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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