Mechanical Engineer Intern

DELTAHAWK ENGINES, INC.; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

DeltaHawk Engines, Inc. in Racine, Wisconsin, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to assist in developing engine and airframe components, test assets and sustainment of existing models in a production environment.

The role blends hands-on work with design, analysis and prototyping, giving exposure to FAA constraints, FEA/CFD, and collaboration with engineers, drafters and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS Mechanical Engineering program, sophomores or higher.
• SolidWorks or other 3D CAD experience.
• Basic experience in FEA/CFD, fatigue, durability, or engine performance simulation.
• GD&T basic experience.
• Active SAE membership or involvement preferred.
• Interest in research, development and aviation.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and development of engineered products per requirements.
• Help select materials and processes considering performance and cost.
• Coordinate with engineers, drafters, suppliers for prototype designs.
• Develop test standards and protocols; analyze results.
• Understand FAA constraints in design/implementation.
• Perform computational analysis (FEA, CFD) to validate designs.

Skills

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD basics

GD&T basics

SAE member

R&D basics

Passion for engines

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering - sophomore year completed

Pursuing BS in Mechanical Engineering, junior year preferred

Tools

SolidWorks - 3D CAD

Job description

Quality control applies as much to people as manufacturing.

We hire people who are smart, goal-driven and excited about achieving the unimaginable. We focus on character and motivation, and then train for discrete skills. Our employees share common goals for the company, but celebrate diversity and perspectives from all walks of life. We simply want them to be the best they can be, inside and outside of the company.

We operate very much like a startup; everyone is a hands-on contributor. We encourage constructive ideas from all members of the team, and we constantly evolve to meet employee needs. We live by the credo that taking care of each other is good for all of us. And while others wait for the world to change, we want to change the world. One engine at a time.

Delivering the Freedom to Fly

DeltaHawk Engines, Inc. develops, produces and provides propulsion products and services that globally excite the passion and freedom to fly. We exist to bring the highest level of innovation and value to the general aviation industry. We will do this by developing a disruptive new standard in the flying experience, one which will exceed our customers’ expectations of efficiency, reliability, performance, simplicity and affordability. DeltaHawk is driven to be the most recognized and respected brand in the industry.

We’re always looking to grow our team.

Our dedication to innovation drives us in hiring and developing the best talent we can. We recognize your career path is as individual as you and our priority is providing an environment where you can do your best work—and grow as a professional. If you want to be part of an evolving industry with limitless potential, let’s discuss a plan for your career. Explore DeltaHawk today.

Position:Mechanical Engineer Intern

Location: Racine, WI

Job Id:233

# of Openings:1

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, the Mechanical Engineering Intern will assist in the development of new engine and airframe components, system designs and test assets, as well as the sustainment of existing models. This individual will be assigned short-term projects to gain experience in the different specializations and aspects of engineering in a production environment.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist with the design and development of engineered products consistent with defined requirements.
• Help with the selection of appropriate materials and processes considering performance, longevity, reliability, and cost.
• Proactively communicate with engineers, drafters, suppliers, and fabricators to support procurement of prototype designs for testing.
• Develop and create test standards and protocols; analyze test results and communicate outcomes.
• Comprehend external design and implementation constraints placed by FAA regulations.
• Perform computational analysis (FEA, CFD, etc.) to validate designs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Enrollment in a BS, Mechanical Engineering program or equivalent from a four-year University, completion of sophomore year.

Preferred:

• Enrollment in a BS, Mechanical Engineering program or equivalent from a four-year University, completion of junior year.
• Basic experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD modeling software.
• FEA, CFD, fatigue, durability, and engine performance simulation and optimization basic experience.
• GD&T basic experience.
• Member of SAE or other appropriate organization.
• Research & Development basic experience.
• Passion for engines, high tech technology, innovation, and aviation.

Working Conditions

This position is a professional engineering position, yet combined with occasional “hands-on”, assisting technicians working through challenges on the engine(s).

DeltaHawk Engines, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.