Hands-On Mechanical Engineer Intern — Sensor Systems

Thisiscny; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Hidden Level in Syracuse, NY invites a Mechanical Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience with our custom hardware products and sensor network deployment.

You'll work with cross-disciplinary teams, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and contribute to design, testing, and BOM management.

Candidates must be pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Sophomore+ by Summer 2027, GPA 3.4, and have some SolidWorks experience.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited degree program majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
• Completed Sophomore year or greater by Summer 2027.
• A minimum grade point average of 3.4. Recent transcript is required with application (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and overcome technical challenges through teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong desire to learn and great communication skills.
• Some experience using 3D CAD modeling tools such as SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Use 3D solid modeling to design mechanical solutions for tightly controlled enclosures and fixtures
• Assist with or perform structural, thermal, and other failure analyses to meet environmental and structural requirements
• Optimize designs for feasibility, manufacturability, cost, thermal performance, strength-weight efficiency, and ease of assembly
• Create and maintain cable assemblies/harnesses and other peripheral interface designs
• Solve design challenges using a variety of materials and fabrication methods including plastics, composites, metals, 3D-printing, machining, etc.
• Define, maintain, and communicate requirements to 3rd-party fabrication houses and work closely with them through component and product delivery
• Perform design verification and integration of new components and support field testing
• Author assembly instructions and drawings in support of in-house production
• Aid with the management of bills of material (BOM) and other production and fabrication artifacts
• Review hardware parts for obsolescence and identify suitable replacements
• Assist with or provide information in support of project planning, execution, and oversight

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Enrolled Mechanical Engineering program

Sophomore by Summer 2027

GPA 3.4

Job description

Hidden Level in Syracuse, NY invites a Mechanical Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience with our custom hardware products and sensor network deployment.

You'll work with cross-disciplinary teams, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and contribute to design, testing, and BOM management.

Candidates must be pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Sophomore+ by Summer 2027, GPA 3.4, and have some SolidWorks experience.