Mechanical Engineer Intern

Klein Tools; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mechanical Engineer Intern position at Klein Tools supports the new product development team by providing feedback and project support to meet deadlines. You may assist with 3D printing, create basic models, design prototypes, and help test products in the lab, gaining hands-on engineering experience.

You'll collaborate with quality and manufacturing teams to evaluate results, suggest improvements, and contribute to manufacturing process enhancements while balancing coursework and project

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D and post process prints for the new product development team to review.
• Work with the engineering team to identify and submit products to the test lab.
• Create or modify basic models or prints.
• Design and build prototypes and test fixtures to make recommendations for improvement.
• Work in the Engineering test lab to test products and report results.
• Analyze and make recommendations based on engineering test lab results.
• Partner with the manufacturing team to make recommendations to improve the manufacturing process.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate student enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Office

3D printing

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

The Mechanical Engineer Intern position is responsible for assisting the new product development team by providing feedback and project support to meet deadlines. This position may assist with 3D printing, work with the quality team to test products in the test lab, create basic level modeling, and design prototypes. In addition, this position may recommend improvements in the manufacturing process by working with the manufacturing management team. This position will gain valuable engineering experience within a team environment that students can apply in their coursework.

• Create 3D and post process prints for the new product development team to review.
• Work with the engineering team to identify and submit products to the test lab.
• Create or modify basic models or prints.
• Design and build prototypes and test fixtures to make recommendations for improvement.
• Work in the Engineering test lab to test products and report results.
• Analyze and make recommendations based on engineering test lab results.
• Partner with the manufacturing team to make recommendations to improve the manufacturing process.
• Perform other duties as assigned within then nature and level of work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Qualified candidates must currently be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program to be considered.
• Basic knowledge of computers and the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc). Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate with all levels of the organization. Ability to handle confidential information. Ability to prioritize projects and tasks in a fast‐paced environment. Must have excellent follow-up skills. Must be organized and detail‐oriented in order to be successful.

Pay: $28/hour

Physical Demand Requirements

Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Your main focus:

• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Ownership
• Teamwork

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [e-mail].