Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Year Round)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Frontline Communications, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern to assist engineers across design, production, and testing tasks. You will work with CATIA, review layouts, and support BOM updates.

This internship offers exposure to vehicle design and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams, with opportunities to contribute to weight, cost, and reliability analyses.

Qualifications

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field for the entire internship period.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Prior internship or work experience is a plus.
• Experience using CATIA, Pro-E or similar CAD systems is a plus.
• Interest in mechanical design and vehicle engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software (CATIA).
• Select parts for quality-focused design considering weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Assist on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production builds.
• Create engineering calculations for weight distribution and performance estimates.
• Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Perform or assist testing of vehicles or components.
• Create and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in the PLM system.
• Design, model, and test mechanical systems that integrate with a vehicle.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

Pro-E

Job description

About Frontline, an Oshkosh company Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, has been the leading custom communications vehicle manufacturer since 1985 and has built over 2,500 highly customized vehicles for this industry. Our team members design and manufacture high-quality, reliable broadcast and communications vehicles for electronic news gathering, satellite uplink, field production, bonded cellular Live&Drive, and weather reporting applications without the use of subcontractors, all under one roof. As part of the Oshkosh family, we have the unique ability to leverage our manufacturing, procurement and engineering resources across the breadth of our organization, making our products truly unique and built for breakthrough.

SUMMARY

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

YOUR IMPACT

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

• 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.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.

Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Defense, McNeilus, IMT, Jerr-Dan, Frontline Communications, Oshkosh Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTech and Pratt Miller.