Hands-On Solutions Engineering Intern — Spring 2027

Danfoss; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Danfoss in Ames, IA is seeking an Engineering Intern to contribute from day one on our Solutions Engineering team, designing, assembling and testing real prototype systems for hydraulic, electrical and software domains in next‑generation off‑highway vehicles. You’ll gain hands‑on experience and support from a global team, with a potential path to future opportunities after graduation.

You will start in spring 2027, collaborate across departments, and develop software for embedded controls while

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Agricultural Engineering.
• Must have completed at least 60 credit hours.
• Hands-on aptitude and interest in complex machinery.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink or 3D CAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test multi-domain systems for off-highway vehicles.
• Troubleshoot prototype systems at component and test-vehicle levels.
• Develop software and control programs for embedded systems.
• Analyze test data, document findings, and present conclusions.
• Collaborate with global teams across manufacturing, sales, and supply chain.

Skills

Hands-on design

Team collaboration

Embedded systems software

MATLAB/Simulink

3D CAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Agricultural Engineering (or related field)

60 credit hours completed

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

3D CAD

Job description

Danfoss in Ames, IA is seeking an Engineering Intern to contribute from day one on our Solutions Engineering team, designing, assembling and testing real prototype systems for hydraulic, electrical and software domains in next‑generation off‑highway vehicles. You’ll gain hands‑on experience and support from a global team, with a potential path to future opportunities after graduation.

You will start in spring 2027, collaborate across departments, and develop software for embedded controls while