Hands-On Elevator Systems Intern

Otis Elevator Co.; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis Elevator Co. in Florence, SC is seeking an undergraduate intern to support product and mechanical system components of elevator projects.

You will shadow engineers, analyze schematics, and contribute to solutions in the Florence Test Tower and Florence Factory. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with electrical, software, and test engineers, plus coordination with manufacturing operations and finance to ensure designs meet requirements.

Qualifications

• Sound Mechanical Engineering background including Statics, Dynamics, Structural Analysis, and Systems Analysis.
• Experience Pro Engineer/PTC Creo Parametric is desirable.
• Ability to work with suppliers/3rd parties.
• Experience with test and measurement equipment.
• Understanding of electrical and software functions.
• Strong communications skills and leadership ability.
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)

Responsibilities

• This intern position will provide product support for a variety of elevator components and mechanical systems.
• Shadow other engineers on the team and support deliverables of their projects for work on elevator components and systems.
• Get hands on experience in the Florence Test Tower and also in the Florence Factory.
• At the end of the summer a report out for organizational impact and learnings will be expected.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical assembly drawings, and sometimes building plans to analyze problems and identify root cause issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Work across electrical, software, and test engineers and collaborate with manufacturing operations, supply management, contract logistics, finance, and field support to ensure designs meet requirements.

Skills

Statics

Dynamics

Structural Analysis

Systems Analysis

MS Office

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo Parametric

Job description

Otis Elevator Co. in Florence, SC is seeking an undergraduate intern to support product and mechanical system components of elevator projects.

You will shadow engineers, analyze schematics, and contribute to solutions in the Florence Test Tower and Florence Factory. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with electrical, software, and test engineers, plus coordination with manufacturing operations and finance to ensure designs meet requirements.