Manufacturing Engineering Intern 2026

RBC Bearings; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Santa Ana, CA to support tooling design and manufacturing documentation. You will create 3D CAD models, analyze tolerances, and prepare drawings for approval, gaining exposure to ITAR-compliant manufacturing practices.

The role emphasizes learning to update procedures and review tooling to meet customer specifications and industry standards in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in any industry preferred; include all work experiences on resume.
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR export controls.

Responsibilities

• Create mechanical designs for tooling and manufacturing drawings using 3D CAD software.
• Analyze tolerance stack-up, manufacturability, and compliance with specifications.
• Prepare drawings for approval and publishing to ensure accuracy.
• Review tooling and processes to meet standards.
• Update departmental procedures as needed.

Skills

Bearing design

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Communication skills

Manufacturing processes

ITAR/EAR awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D CAD / Solid Modeling

Job description

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and engineered components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. We currently have 60 facilities, of which 43 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $14.5 billion.

JOB TITLE/LOCATION:

Manufacturing Engineering Intern – Santa Ana, CA

Essential Functions Of The Job

• Assist in creation of mechanical designs for new tooling and drawings for manufacturing using 3D Solid Modeling CAD software.
• Analyze the design for tolerance stack-up, ease of manufacture, compliance with specifications and customer requirements making recommendations when necessary.
• Learn how to prepare drawings for approval and publishing to ensure accuracy and compliance with current practices.
• Aid in the review of existing tooling and processes and updates as necessary to meet current customer, industry and manufacturing standards.
• Aid in updating departmental procedures as needed.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job function. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Education

• Students who graduated in 2026 with a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Experience

• Experience working in any industry highly preferred.
• Please include ALL working experiences on your resume.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of bearing design principles and practices; mechanical design principles and practices; geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Knowledge of company products and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of ITAR Regulations (Export Control).
• Familiarity with and ability to interpret customer and industry standards and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to identify product drawing requirements for new and special products.
• Must have knowledge of Database Software, Design Software, Internet Software, Project Management Software, Spreadsheet Software and Word Processing software.

Physical And Environmental Elements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works indoors within the office and manufacturing areas. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate or loud. Also, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or to hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status.

• Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. The pay range represents the low and high end of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Pay Range: $25/hour

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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