Mechanical Engineer Intern

oshkoshcorporation; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Delivery in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to support the Design Engineering team and manufacturing operations. You will assist with production readiness activities, engineering investigations, and corrective actions under the guidance of senior engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience with vehicle systems, CAD tools, and QA processes, collaborating across Design, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to document findings, run torque studies, and help implement

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Completed at least sophomore year coursework.
• GPA preferred (3.0+).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design support activities in production operations.
• Support communications between Product Design and Operations teams.
• Assist with torque studies and related testing activities.
• Support root cause analysis of production issues under supervision.
• Help document corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in production trials of new designs and design changes.
• Perform calculations, analysis, and research under supervision.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

NX

Job description

About Oshkosh Delivery, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Delivery is dedicated to redefining the future of last-mile and commercial delivery. Built on Oshkosh Corporation's legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, we design and manufacture advanced delivery vehicles that are durable, efficient, and sustainable. With a focus on reliability, driver experience, and cutting-edge technology, Oshkosh Delivery empowers fleets and businesses to move goods smarter, safer, and with confidence, today and for the road ahead.

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer Intern will support the Design Engineering organization and manufacturing operations by assisting with production readiness activities, engineering investigations, and corrective actions under the guidance of senior engineers.

YOUR IMPACT

• Assist with design support activities in production operations, learning vehicle systems and manufacturing processes.
• Support communication and liaison activities between the Product Design Team and the Operations Team.
• Assist with torque studies and related testing activities.
• Support root cause analysis of production issues by collecting data, documenting observations, and assisting with failure analysis under engineer supervision.
• Help develop and document corrective actions in collaboration with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Participate in production trials of new product designs and design changes, including data collection, observation, and results documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations, analysis, and research tasks as assigned under supervision, following Oshkosh and industry engineering standards.
• Assist in communicating technical findings and issue status to team members and supervision.
• Support project activities of limited scope, working as part of a cross-functional engineering team.
• Help create and maintain project documentation, technical reports, and analysis records.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other interns on assigned tasks and projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering field from an accredited institution.
• Completed at least sophomore year coursework (or equivalent).
• Strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 GPA preferred).
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Coursework or project experience related to mechanical design, manufacturing processes, or quality systems.
• Previous internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, automotive, or heavy-vehicle industries.
• Exposure to CAD systems (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar).
• Familiarity with root cause analysis methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone diagrams, 8D problem solving).
• Knowledge of automotive or heavy-vehicle systems.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $37.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, o