Inkjet R&D Engineering Intern

Kinsley Power Systems; Ypsilanti, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI is seeking an Inkjet Applications Engineering Intern to join the team at our Ypsilanti, MI location through Spring 2027. The internship offers hands-on experience with a multidisciplinary engineering group focused on ink and inkjet printing technologies, jetting experiments, and test system development.

You will gain exposure to evaluating inks, printheads, and system configurations, while collaborating with R&D and ink formulators to optimize performance and document findings.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Interest in inkjet printing technology and fluidic systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hands-on laboratory experiments to evaluate inks, printheads, and system configurations.
• Support the generation of technical reports and documentation summarizing test results.
• Collaborate with R&D teams, ink formulators, and engineers to learn about ink and printhead performance optimization.
• Help design, develop, and maintain test stands, ink delivery systems, and support equipment used in experiments.
• Gain exposure to a fast-paced R&D environment supporting inkjet ink development.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to ongoing projects.

Skills

Laboratory work

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Tools

Ink delivery systems

Test stands

Job description

EFI is seeking an Inkjet Applications Engineering Intern to join the team at our Ypsilanti, MI location through Spring 2027. The internship offers hands-on experience with a multidisciplinary engineering group focused on ink and inkjet printing technologies, jetting experiments, and test system development.

You will gain exposure to evaluating inks, printheads, and system configurations, while collaborating with R&D and ink formulators to optimize performance and document findings.