Engineer Intern - Systems (Summer 2027)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Dodge Center (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

McNeilus, part of Oshkosh Corporation, invites a student engineer to assist a variety of engineers on the assembly floor with mechanical engineering tasks, including evaluating designs and assisting with hydraulic circuits.

You will collaborate across disciplines, review designs, update BOMs, and support testing of vehicle components, while developing hands-on skills in SolidWorks and SAE club experience.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read hydraulic symbols and schematics.
• Previous internship experience or work-related experience.
• Experience using SolidWorks or a similar CAD system.
• Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Clean Snowmobile or similar club experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist a variety of engineers on the assembly floor with mechanical engineering tasks.
• Evaluate new designs and identify potential improvements.
• Lead cross-functional design reviews to optimize design.
• Evaluate, update, and design hydraulic circuits.
• Design, model, and test mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines to refine system control and performance.
• Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
• Perform or assist in testing of complete vehicles or components.
• Create and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECN).
• Update bill of materials in PDM to reflect changes.
• Review test and field system failures to determine root cause.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good communication

Read hydraulic symbols

Internship/work experience

SolidWorks CAD

SAE club experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

About McNeilus

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

SUMMARY

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

YOUR IMPACT

• Follow project on the assembly floor and provide technical assistance
• Evaluate new designs and identify potential improvements
• Lead cross-functional design reviews to optimize design
• Evaluate, update, and design hydraulic circuits
• Design, model, and test new mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines to refine system control and performance
• 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)
• Update bill of materials in the PDM (Product Data Management) system to reflect changes
• Review test and field systems failures and determine root cause

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read hydraulic symbols and schematics
• Previous internship experience or work-related experience
• Experience using SolidWorks or a similar CAD system
• Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Clean Snowmobile or other similar club experience

Pay Range

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.