Mechanical Engineer Intern: Prototyping & Test Lab

Klein Tools; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Klein Tools in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to support the new product development team. You will assist with 3D printing, model creation, prototypes, and testing in the lab, helping to meet project deadlines.

You will work with manufacturing and quality teams to identify improvements, analyze test results, and report findings. The internship emphasizes hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, building skills applied to coursework.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D and post process prints for review by the NPD team.
• Assist with identifying and submitting products to the test lab.
• Create or modify basic models or prints.
• Design and build prototypes and test fixtures to suggest improvements.
• Work in the engineering test lab to test products and report results.
• Analyze results and make recommendations based on test data.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to improve processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

Undergraduate student enrolled in accredited program

Tools

3D printing

Job description

Klein Tools in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to support the new product development team. You will assist with 3D printing, model creation, prototypes, and testing in the lab, helping to meet project deadlines.

You will work with manufacturing and quality teams to identify improvements, analyze test results, and report findings. The internship emphasizes hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, building skills applied to coursework.