Engineering Intern

Oerlikon Group; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Oerlikon Internship in Plymouth, MI offers hands-on exposure to vacuum/inert induction melting, gas atomization and powder downstream processing. You will produce AutoCAD renderings, update plant layouts, and compile instrumentation data while delivering a small process-improvement proposal to staff.

You will work with mechanical engineering concepts, thermodynamics, and additive manufacturing knowledge, and gain cross-functional teamwork experience in a global materials company.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Hands-on with dirty, noisy, and hot equipment when needed.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, thermodynamics, or fluid dynamics.
• Knowledge of powder metallurgy, thermal barrier coatings, and additive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Create full AutoCAD renderings of hardware components.
• Update plant layout drawings in AutoCAD.
• Update calibration catalogue with missing instruments (flow meters, thermocouples).
• Design and propose organization structure for Engineering files.
• Implement approved structure.
• Assist process/project engineers with manufacturing process improvements.
• Follow all safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

We are looking for an Engineering Intern for our Plymouth, MI facility. In this role you will gain an introduction to vacuum/inert induction melting, gas atomization & powder downstream processing. The Intern’s direct role will be to create Oerlikon AutoCAD renderings of various components, updating plant layout drawings, and compiling information concerning critical process measuring devices. The intern will also complete one reasonably sized process improvement proposal & present it to key staff members to the conclusion of his/her internship period.

Your Responsibilities

Principle responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Full AutoCAD renderings of physical hardware components
• Updating plant layout drawings in AutoCAD.
• Updating instrument calibration catalogue to include missing instruments (flow meters, thermocouples, etc.).
• Designing and proposing organization structure for Engineering files.
• Implementation of structure if approved.
• Assist Process/Project Engineers with manufacturing process improvement projects.
• Follow all company safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Your Profile

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Eagerness to get hands‑on with dirty, noisy, and hot equipment when help is needed.

Preferred

• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, thermodynamics, and/or fluid dynamics
• Knowledge of powder metallurgy, thermal barrier coatings and/or additive manufacturing.

Skills & Expertise

• Proficiency with AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within a cross‑functional team.

Why Oerlikon

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders,languagesand cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting ourpeoplesgrowth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge,experienceand perspectives.

About us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.

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