Mechanical Design Intern: AutoCAD & 3D Printing

Elkay; Paso Robles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027. The role emphasizes real design and analysis work, including drafting with AutoCAD and Inventor, prototyping with 3D printing, and supporting product improvements.

You will participate in assigned projects, work 40 hours per week with a team of engineers, and gain exposure to manufacturing processes and quality standards across diverse product lines.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Course work related to design completed or in progress.
• Able to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic product design modifications.
• Perform AutoCAD & Inventor drafting tasks on drawing revisions and creation.
• Develop basic detail and assembly drawings for products and equipment.
• Perform engineering change processes as necessary to support existing products.
• Communicate with team members to gather project requirements and report progress.
• Conduct technical research to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Create rapid prototypes through 3D printing.
• Test plumbing products to performance standards and report results.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

3D printing

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027. The role emphasizes real design and analysis work, including drafting with AutoCAD and Inventor, prototyping with 3D printing, and supporting product improvements.

You will participate in assigned projects, work 40 hours per week with a team of engineers, and gain exposure to manufacturing processes and quality standards across diverse product lines.