Mechanical Designer Intern

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin benefits

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. is seeking an Intern - Mechanical Designer at our U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role provides CAD modeling, drafting support, documentation, testing, and technical assistance within a collaborative team environment.

Candidates are pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or CAD-focused design and must demonstrate strong academics and communication skills. The internship emphasizes hands-on learning alongside professional engineers and designers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or CAD & Design.
• Excellent academic record (GPA ≥ 3.0).
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support basic mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products.
• Model basic parts including injection molded, die cast, sheet metal and more.
• Assist with sourcing of components such as connectors, speakers, LCDs, batteries.
• Coordinate basic test plans and assist product testing.
• Interface with Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and designers.
• Maintain configuration control of documentation for products.
• Update designs per feedback and document work clearly.
• Able to present information through reports and meetings.

Skills

CAD knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or CAD & Design

Tools

Drafting software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Intern - Mechanical Designer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the development of mechanical solutions by providing CAD modeling and drafting support, documentation, testing, and other technical support within a team-oriented environment.

Essential Functions

• Support the completion of basic mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products
• Apply knowledge of math, science and physics, strong spatial skills, and a pragmatic approach to partner with experienced engineers & mechanical designers in taking product concepts to mass production
• Model basic parts/components including injection molded plastic, die cast aluminum and zinc, sheet metal, CNC machined, and screw machine fabricated parts, compression molded rubber, extrusions, display components, flex circuits, touch panels, speaker enclosures, mounting systems, etc.
• Assist with sourcing of components such as electrical connectors, speakers, microphones, LCD's, backlights, keypads, switches, electric motors, screw machined parts, rotary controls, batteries, and antennas
• Coordinate basic test plans and assist in executing product testing to verify compliance with design requirements
• Interface with Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Industrial Designers, and other departments for discussion of basic designs
• Maintain configuration control of documentation for products in production and interface with available drafting and document control resources
• Be able to take feedback from Mechanical Engineers and update mechanical designs per recommendations and thoroughly document work in an organized manner
• Able to effectively present information through reports, meetings, and other means of communications

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Computer Aided Drafting & Design, or other related field
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• CAD knowledge and/or experience
• Relevant mechanical design experience
• Demonstrated strengths in math, science, physics, and practical application coursework
• Problem solving skills
• PC/Windows environment experience
• Mechanical systems repair or troubleshooting experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits.