Engineering Product Development Intern

SPX Cooling Technologies; Olathe (KS); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Paid internship

Job summary

SPX Cooling Technologies is seeking a summer Engineering/Design Intern for 2027 to gain hands-on experience in product development, testing, and design initiatives that support innovative manufacturing solutions.

Ideal candidates study Mechanical, Industrial, or Design Engineering and will work on CAD-driven tasks, design analyses, and documentation with experienced engineers. Hybrid schedule with housing stipends available for non-local students.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Design/Drafting Technology.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0+ required.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in product development projects, including design analysis (structural and/or fluid mechanics) and prototype support.
• Contribute to product improvement initiatives, such as technical feasibility studies, economic analysis, and design layouts.
• Create and modify engineering drawings and models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Support component and product testing, documenting results and recommending design adjustments when needed.
• Help assemble engineering standards in preparation for automation and design process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers on updating or modifying design programs, templates, and technical documentation to reflect product revisions and industry code updates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering or Design/Drafting Technology

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. Join our Engineering team as a 2027 summer Engineering/Design Intern, where you'll gain hands-on experience supporting product development, testing, and design initiatives that directly contribute to our innovative manufacturing solutions. This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Design Engineering, or related fields who want exposure to real-world engineering challenges and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals.

• Assist in product development projects, including design analysis (structural and/or fluid mechanics) and prototype support.
• Contribute to product improvement initiatives, such as technical feasibility studies, economic analysis, and design layouts.
• Create and modify engineering drawings and models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Support component and product testing, documenting results and recommending design adjustments when needed.
• Help assemble engineering standards in preparation for automation and design process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers on updating or modifying design programs, templates, and technical documentation to reflect product revisions and industry code updates.

This internship provides the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills, gain exposure to the engineering design cycle, and contribute to projects that impact both customers and manufacturing operations.

What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience & Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ideal Experience & Skills

• Skilled at hand-sketching 2-D and 3-D objects
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of structural engineering to projects
• High level of creativity and strong ability to visualize complex spatial geometry
• Passion for productivity improvement and design enhancement
• Programming experience, preferred

Education & Certifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Design/Drafting Technology
• Cumulative college GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Travel & Working Environment

• Hybrid schedule
• The position may require working occasionally outside normal work hours.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Keyboarding/typing.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally.

Our intern and co-op positions are paid, and we offer housing stipends for students who are not local to the Kansas City area.

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.