Engineering Development Intern

MAHLE; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

MAHLE is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineering intern to support the Compressor Product Engineering Group in launching automotive air conditioning compressor designs for global applications. The role requires hands-on participation in design, component selection, prototype builds, testing, and data analysis at MAHLE in Lockport, NY.

The candidate should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, able to read drawings and GD&T, and comfortable with working in a team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; open to freshmen or higher.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and analytical skills is required.
• Interest in analysis is preferred.
• Experience with precision rotating equipment.
• Experience reading technical drawings and interpreting GD&T.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and organize multiple projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD drafting knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work within the MAHLE Compressor Product Development team to advance product development and customer launch activities.
• Assist with preparation, build, and testing of compressor product samples.
• Coordinate test programs.
• Analyze test data and organize results with observations and conclusions.
• Apply engineering practices to reach design solutions.
• Participate in product cost and quality improvement efforts.
• Participate in cross-functional teams related to customer program launch activity.
• Participate in meetings, seminars, and training sessions.
• Meet with outside suppliers/vendors.
• Performs other assignments as instructed by Department Management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering in progress

Tools

AutoCAD drafting

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility. MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

Your Contribution

Entry level Mechanical Engineer to support our Compressor Product Engineering Group in the launch of automotive air conditioning compressor designs for global customer vehicle applications. This position requires a hands‑on individual who will be expected to participate in all aspects of the product development process including product design, component selection, prototype builds, prototype testing, and test data analysis.

This role is responsible to:

• Work within the MAHLE Compressor Product Development team to advance product development and customer launch activities
• Assist with preparation, build, and testing of compressor product samples
• Coordinate test programs
• Analyze test data and organize results with observations and conclusions
• Apply engineering practices to reach design solutions
• Participate in product cost and quality improvement efforts
• Participate in cross‑functional teams related to customer program launch activity
• Participate in meetings, seminars, and training sessions
• Meet with outside suppliers/vendors
• Performs other assignments as instructed by Department Management

Your Experience & Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; open to individuals Freshman or higher
• High level of mechanical aptitude and analytical skills is required
• Special interest in analysis is preferred
• Experience with precision rotating equipment
• Experience reading technical drawings and interpreting GD&T (geometric dimension & tolerancing)
• Good written and oral skills – ability to convey technical concepts
• Ability to manage time and organize effectively with multiple projects
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Good results orientation and strong work ethic
• Good interpersonal skills
• Computer competency with Microsoft Office
• Auto Cad drafting knowledge preferred

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s)

For more information about MAHLE and what a career with us looks like for you, click here. and to learn more about our foundation owned technology group click here.

#DiversityMatters with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people.

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment‑based non‑immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, MAHLE offers many job opportunities outside of USA which can be found through our employment website www.jobs.mahle.com

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Facts about the job

Entry level: Internship

Part- / Full-time: Part Time

Functional area: Research & Development

Department: BU1 Powertrain and Charging

Location: Lockport, NY, US, 14094

Closing date for applications

Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend‑setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally‑friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.