Engineering College Internship

Mueller Co.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Hourly intern pay

40 hours/week

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. in Decatur, IL, is seeking an Engineering College Intern for Summer 2027 (co-op options). You will support Operations with projects aligned to plant and divisional strategies, including 3D modeling in SolidWorks and evaluating material flow and racking requirements.

The role targets students pursuing Mechanical, Industrial, Material Science or Electrical Engineering, with proficiency in SolidWorks/ProE/AutoCAD and MS Office. Housing provided if outside 50 miles.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a 4-year degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Material Science or Electrical Engineering.
• Basic proficiency in SolidWorks, ProE, AutoCAD, and MS Office is required.
• Must have a 3.0+ Major GPA or higher.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• 3D-Modeling of Shell Cutters and Accessories in SolidWorks (within SolidWorks).
• Plan and optimize material and information flow, including layout of racking and space requirements.
• Support projects aligned with plant and divisional strategic initiatives.

Skills

3D modeling

Communication

Creative problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Material Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ProE

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Engineering College Internship

Mueller Water Products, the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries, has an opening in our Decatur, Illinois manufacturing plant for a Engineering College Intern. This role will start Summer 2027 and could be available for co-op opportunities as well. The Decatur Operations established in 1857, manufactures rugged and dependable devices used in industrial/commercial applications. Its products include brass water and steel gas valves, Water/Gas Line tapping machines, Line Stopper Fittings, tools and controllers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Engineering Intern will support Operations with various projects that directly align with plant and divisional strategic deployment initiatives. Potential projects include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 3D-Modeling of Shell Cutters and Accessories (within SolidWorks)


• Material and Information Flow:
  
  
  
  • Layout of racking
  
  
  • Determining Racking
  
  
  • Racking Space Requirements
  
  
  • PVD Boards
  
  
  • Raw Material Utilization:
  
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 4 year university, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Material Science or Electrical Engineering fields or recently completed such degree.


• Basic proficiency in ProE, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and MS Office Standard


• Major GPA of 3.0 or higher


• Ability to effectively express thoughts/ideas through written and verbal communication


• Creative problem solving abilities


• Ability to develop positive working relationships in a cross functional team environment


• Ability to sit, stand, twist, turn, climb stairs and work in a manufacturing environment as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing preferred


• Preferably completed at least two years of college education prior to start of internship

This is an hourly paid intern working 40 hours per week with housing provided if outside a 50 mile radius of Decatur, IL.

Other Compensation & Benefits

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401k plan with 5% Company match


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)


• short-term and long-term disability benefits


• vacation


• 100% paid parental leave


• tuition reimbursement program


• student debt retirement matching


• well-being program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• company-provided life insurance


• supplemental insurance at group rates


• and more

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

Notice of E-Verify Participation

This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.

Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.

IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)

Accommodation

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.