Mechanical Design Intern: Systems & Testing

Cubic Transportation Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Cubic Transportation Systems in San Diego, CA seeks an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineering Intern to apply fundamentals to well-defined assignments. You will work under close supervision with experienced engineers, performing routine structural and thermal analyses per established standards and procedures.

This internship emphasizes learning and professional growth within a dynamic transportation technology environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a four-year college program in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in typical office automation products, including word processors and spreadsheets.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the basic design of mechanical components.
• Obtain, correlate, and analyze technical information for designated products and customer applications.
• Read, interpret, and prepare data for engineering drawings.
• Conduct mechanical layouts and contribute to the preparation of test plans.
• Perform engineering tests and contribute to documentation efforts.
• Assist in writing component specifications.
• Prepare reports, charts, and graphs.
• Stay updated on improvements in mechanical engineering techniques.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Office software skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in mechanical engineering or related

Job description

Cubic Transportation Systems in San Diego, CA seeks an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineering Intern to apply fundamentals to well-defined assignments. You will work under close supervision with experienced engineers, performing routine structural and thermal analyses per established standards and procedures.

This internship emphasizes learning and professional growth within a dynamic transportation technology environment.