Mechanical Engineer Intern: Prototyping & Test Lab

Colonial Group; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an Mechanical Engineer Intern to assist the new product development team in Lincolnshire, IL. The role involves supporting 3D printing, test lab activities, basic modeling, and prototype design to help meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities include creating prints, submitting products to the test lab, building prototypes and test fixtures, and reporting results to guide manufacturing improvements. Pay ranges from $26 to $28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.
• Strong verbal and written communication, ability to work in a team, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple items in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D prints and post-process for the product development team.
• Identify, submit products to the test lab, and assist with test protocols.
• Create or modify simple models or prints and build prototypes.
• Test fixtures and report results from the engineering lab.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to suggest process improvements.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Confidentiality

Follow-up

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; undergrad enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking an Mechanical Engineer Intern to assist the new product development team in Lincolnshire, IL. The role involves supporting 3D printing, test lab activities, basic modeling, and prototype design to help meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities include creating prints, submitting products to the test lab, building prototypes and test fixtures, and reporting results to guide manufacturing improvements. Pay ranges from $26 to $28 per hour.