Engineering Intern Winter 2027

Hartzell Propeller; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartzell Propeller in Piqua, Ohio, is offering an engineering internship that provides hands-on experience across mechanical and aerospace projects. You will support basic CAD tasks, participate in shop and lab activities, and assist with fabrication and testing of components and assemblies.

You will create and update engineering documents, BOMs, and process specs while researching new materials and technologies.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited university pursuing a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Can work 40 hours per week.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
• Minimum 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

• Support basic CAD design tasks and shop/lab activities.
• Assist fabrication and testing of components, assemblies, and prototypes.
• Contribute to design/build of tools, fixtures, and test apparatus.
• Collect and analyze engineering data and document results.
• Update engineering documentation such as BOMs, process specifications, standard work instructions, and tool sheets.
• Research new technologies and materials, and share findings with the team.

Skills

SolidWorks

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering degree

Job description

Description

Hartzell Propeller, founded in 1917 and headquartered in Piqua, Ohio, is the global leader in advanced aircraft propeller design and manufacturing for general aviation. The company supports both piston-engine and turboprop aircraft and provides custom propulsion solutions for electric, hybrid-electric, and advanced air mobility programs. Hartzell has continued to expand its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Tanis Aircraft Products in 2021 and Whirlwind Propeller in 2024, strengthening its experimental market offerings. Since 2024, Hartzell has also enhanced its MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) presence through the acquisition of 9 separate MRO facilities across North America and Europe.

In this role, you may gain hands-on experience across a variety of engineering functions within a technical organization. Responsibilities may include supporting basic CAD design tasks, participating in shop and lab activities, and assisting with the fabrication and testing of components, assemblies, and functional prototypes. You may contribute to the design and build of tools, fixtures, and test apparatus, collect and analyze engineering data, and document results through technical reports. The role may also involve researching new technologies and materials, communicating findings to the team, and creating or updating engineering documentation such as bills of materials (BOMs), process specifications, standard work instructions, and tool sheets.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited university and actively pursuing a degree in a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience with Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software
• Can work 40 hours
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint applications
• Strong communication, interpersonal, verbal and written skills
• Minimum 2.75 GPA off a 4.0 scale

Behavioral Characteristics

• Adaptability – Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in the work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
• Continuous Learning – Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
• Innovation – Generates innovative solutions in work situations; tries different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
• Manages Work – Effectively manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.Customer Focus– Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.
• Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

Hartzell Propeller has a pre-employment and random Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing requirement and tests for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines and phencyclidine in addition to alcohol.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability/E-Verify