Mechanical Engineer Intern

Mueller Water Products; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Mueller Water Products in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for New Product Design Engineering. The role supports design, development, and improvement of new products, and involves creating CAD models, drawings, and design documentation, as well as prototype testing and data collection.

This internship emphasizes learning through hands-on project work, collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management and Supply Chain, and opportunities to present outcomes to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Rising Sophomore to Senior preferred.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and development of new products and improvements.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, drawings, and design docs.
• Support product validation: prototype assembly, testing, data collection.
• Perform engineering calculations, evaluations, and investigations.
• Participate in design reviews and discussions.
• Maintain BOMs, change docs, and product records.
• Analyze test results and prepare summary reports or presentations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management, and Supply Chain.
• Identify and implement design improvements for performance, manufacturability, reliability, and cost.
• Present outcomes and recommendations to the engineering team.

Skills

3D CAD software

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

Job description

Mechanical Engineer Intern – New Product Design Engineering Intern (Fall Semester)

We are seeking a mechanical engineering student to support engineering projects related to new product development and product improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with the design and development of new products and product enhancements.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and design documentation.
• Support product validation activities, including prototype assembly, testing, data collection, and documentation.
• Assist with engineering calculations, design evaluation, and technical investigations.
• Participate in engineering reviews and design discussions.
• Help maintain bills of materials (BOMs), engineering change documentation, and product records.
• Analyze test results and prepare summary reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams to support project objectives.
• Assist in identifying and implementing design improvements related to performance, manufacturability, reliability, and cost.
• Present project outcomes and recommendations to the engineering team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing preferred.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience in machine design, product development, manufacturing, mechanics of materials, or fluid systems.
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with engineering testing, laboratory work, prototype development, or data analysis.
• Hands‑on experience through design teams, research projects, competitions, or personal engineering projects.
• Familiarity with engineering design processes and product development methodologies.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a curious and motivated engineering student who enjoys solving technical challenges and learning how products are designed, tested, and launched. This individual should be comfortable working in a fast‑paced team environment, taking initiative, and contributing to meaningful engineering projects that have real‑world impact.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 5% company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits.
• Paid vacation, 100% paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• Student debt retirement matching and well‑being program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and group‑rate supplemental insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc., and its subsidiaries, are equal‑employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

E‑Verify Participation

This employer participates in E‑Verify. Applicants and employees, including those hired remotely, may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process.

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