Mechanical Engineer Intern

Jaycon; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Jaycon in Palm Bay, FL is seeking a part-time Mechanical Engineering student or graduate to assist with concept-to-prototype development of consumer products. You will support technical drawing, 3D CAD modeling, and hands-on prototyping, while applying UX principles for manufacturability and assembly efficiency.

The role involves validating designs, selecting materials, and documenting performance and BOM details.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a Mechanical Engineering program.
• Experience with consumer products and user experience.
• Proficiency in Solidworks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD or similar.
• 3D design and drafting experience.
• Willingness to commit 20 hours per week or more.
• Hands-on experience with 3D printers and simple power tools.
• Ability to visualize product creation in 3D.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conceptual design and 3D CAD modeling.
• Create designs meeting project objectives.
• Maintain and upgrade 3D printers.
• Perform design validation testing of prototypes.
• Specify tolerances, materials, processes, heat treatment, coatings, BOM.
• Write documentation defining product performance and assembly outline.
• Translate field observations into design proposals.
• Research competing products and technologies.
• Collaborate with prototyping to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Skills

ME student

Product UX

CAD software

3D design & drafting

20h+ per week

Power tools

3D printing

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Fusion 360

AutoCAD

Job description

Assist with the development of new consumer products from concept to prototyping to mass manufacturing. Support both technical drawing and physical prototype creation for testing. Apply user experience principles to ensure products are user-friendly, manufacturable, and assembly processes are efficient.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists the Lead ME with conceptual design and 3D CAD modeling to design products that meet the objective of the project proposal.
• Works independently to create designs and 3D CAD that meet the objective of the project proposal.
• Maintains and upgrades the performance of the FDM 3D printers
• Performs design validation testing of prototypes and off-tool samples, proposing design modifications to guarantee manufacturing efficiency and compliance with technical specifications.
• Specify tolerances, materials, manufacturing processes, heat treatment, coatings, and bill of materials.
• Writes documentation defining product performance requirements and manufacturing/ assembly outline to ensure a high level of product quality.
• Perform field/drop testing, translating observations from field research into proposals.
• Writes documentation specifying the results of tests and experiments
• Research competing & related products and technologies.
• Work with Prototyping personnel to enhance manufacturing capabilities

Necessary Skills & Knowledge

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a Mechanical Engineering program or similar at an accredited university.
• Experience with consumer products and user experience.
• Knowledge of Solidworks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, or similar.
• 3D Design and Drafting experience
• Must be available for 20 hours per week or more
• Must have experience using simple power tools such as drills, belt sanders, and Dremels
• Hands-on experience working with 3D printers

Requirements

• Ability to visualize product creation and “think” in 3D
• Ability to complete tasks with little guidance and possessing problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Perform quality checks on customer orders.Ability to clearly communicate with clients and team members.

Little physical activity in an office environment. Occasionally requires walking to the assembly area and using tools such as drills and belt sanders. May require exposure to chemicals due to prototyping materials such as epoxy and synthetic clay.

Job Relationships

• Reports to: Lead Mechanical Engineer
• Works closely with: Production and Mechanical Engineering Department

Performance Metrics

• Completing projects in a timely manner
• Ability to solve project requirements
• Completeness and detail of CAD files

Additional Information

Note:As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, background checks may be conducted on potential hires.