Engineering Summer Student

NACCO Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NACCO Industries, Inc. seeks an Engineering Summer Student in Beulah, ND for May–August 2027. This intern role supports maintenance and operations with a focus on improving equipment design and cost reductions.

You will assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventive maintenance on mining equipment, while adhering to MSHA, safety, and environmental requirements. Strong communication and Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a four-year Mechanical Engineering degree with partial completion.
• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office and drafting tools required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to maintenance and operations to improve equipment performance.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventive maintenance on mining equipment.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Skills

MS Office

Drafting software

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering - 1+ year completed

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

## Engineering Summer StudentApply: Beulah, ND: Full time: Posted Today: R-00803**CURRENT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using \"Jobs Hub\" in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only.**Employee Type: Intern (Trainee)This program requires students currently pursuing a four-year Mechanical Engineering degree, who have completed a portion of their curriculum, and will be completing their program after the internship experience. This program is not designed for graduates. Work will be performed at a surface lignite coal mine.**Job Description:****Essential Duties:*** Provide technical support to the different maintenance and operations departments with a major focus on maximizing cost reductions and increased production through the application of new technology and improved components and design of surface mining equipment.* Responsible for performing engineering duties in planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventive mechanical maintenance work on all major pieces of mining equipment.* Perform duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures and state and federal environmental regulations.* Other duties as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Good communication and interpersonal skills.* Advanced knowledge of computer applications is required. + Microsoft Office Applications + Drafting software, i.e. AutoCAD* Ability to handle confidential information.**Education and Training:*** At least one year of completion towards a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required.* In good academic standing.**Length:** May - August 2027 or May - December 2027**ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION:*** Intermittent: Kneeling, crouching, and crawling.* Occasionally (0-1/3 of workday): Climbing and balancing (entering and exiting equipment); stooping/bending; pinching 5 lbs.; gripping (holding tools) 40 lbs.; lifting, pushing, and pulling 50 lbs. (measuring tools and rolling steps); carrying 20 lbs.; and reaching overhead.* Frequently (1/3-2/3 of workday): Sitting, standing, and walking; reaching at waist level and handling objects; distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.* Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): Fine finger dexterity and repetitive motions (computer use and hand measuring tools); hearing, speaking, and near vision.**NOTE:** This position requires ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as at heights and elevated surfaces. Employees must be able to safely operate company vehicles/equipment as required. Employees may be exposed to high noise levels. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection.**EEO Statement:**We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.