Mechanical Design Intern — Hands-On CAD & Thermal Analysis

North Atlantic Industries; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

North Atlantic Industries is seeking an Intern - Mechanical Engineer for the Summer 2027 program. You will support mechanical design activities for new and existing NAI products, gaining hands-on experience with mechanical drawings, design changes, and manufacturability of rugged electronic systems.

The role emphasizes learning thermal and vibration considerations, documentation, and collaboration with engineering stakeholders in a dynamic, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Completes coursework in advanced mathematics, physics, or related engineering subjects.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of electronics and electronic components.
• Communicate effectively and apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• U.S. Person status required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing mechanical drawing updates and engineering change documentation.
• Support the development and detailing of mechanical designs for new and existing products.
• Contribute to thermal and vibration analysis and related design evaluations.
• Assist with fixture and tooling design in support of Manufacturing and Production Engineering.
• Evaluate mechanical design constraints that affect product performance and manufacturability.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate design updates to engineering stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Electronics basics

Education

Pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering

Coursework in advanced mathematics/physics

Electronics basics understanding

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Thermal analysis software

Job description

North Atlantic Industries is seeking an Intern - Mechanical Engineer for the Summer 2027 program. You will support mechanical design activities for new and existing NAI products, gaining hands-on experience with mechanical drawings, design changes, and manufacturability of rugged electronic systems.

The role emphasizes learning thermal and vibration considerations, documentation, and collaboration with engineering stakeholders in a dynamic, team-focused environment.