Mechanical Engineer Intern: From Concept to Prototyping

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

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.