Engineering Intern

Kids for the Future; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking an Engineering/Manufacturing Intern in Sparks, NV to support project engineering with new product development, product updates and cost-out initiatives. This internship offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment and exposure to a formal project process.

You will work with engineers to plan and execute development activities, assist with ECNs, and report progress to project leads.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; must be enrolled in college.
• Pursuing Mechanical Engineering degree with at least one year of study.
• Strong CAD skills using SolidWorks, AutoCAD or DraftSight.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of PDM, FEA and inventory software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute new product development projects.
• Implement product updates and execute ECNs.
• Collaborate with engineers and staff to maximize project success.
• Report progress and issues to leadership and stakeholders.
• Follow commercialization process to develop high-impact products.
• Analyze problems, define statements, and create viable solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for each product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Enrolled in University/Community College

Pursuing Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

DraftSight

Microsoft Office

PDM

FEA

Inventory management software

Job description

• Location 1455 Kleppe Ln,Sparks, NV, 89431-6467,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Engineering, Manufacturing, Internship
• Industry Engineering, Manufacturing, Internship
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Intern
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Job Functions:

Assist Project Engineering staff with new product development projects, product updates and cost-out initiatives.

Accountabilities:

• Planning and execution of new product development projects
• implementing product updates
• Executing Engineering Change Orders

Other Job Duties:

• Plans, develops, implements, and ensures execution of projects and individual goals.
• Collaborates with other Engineers and staff to maximize project success.
• Reports project progress, status, and issues to lead or project management and other stakeholders, escalating issues for resolution as necessary.
• Follows Haws Commercialization Process to execute projects and develop high-impact products.
• Ability to analyze problems, develop a problem statement, and create commercially viable solutions.
• Understand and comply with applicable regulatory requirements for each product or project.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job functions.

Computer Skills:

Strong CAD skills with proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD or DraftSight (preferred). Competence is Microsoft Office is required. Understanding of PDM, FEA, and inventory management software is a plus.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be enrolled in a University or Community College. Preferably working towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of one year of college in Mechanical Engineering degree program, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Language Skills:

The ability to read, analyze and interpret technical manuals and procedures. Ability to write business correspondence and procedures.

Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense thinking to a wide range of practical problems. Ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in verbal, written or diagram form.

Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform functions.

Office and warehouse environment. Physical presence is essential for position

This job description is subject to change at any time.