Mechanical Engineer Intern (Year-Round)

Charter Automotive; Fostoria (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing in Ohio invites a Mechanical Engineering internship focused on interpreting pneumatic, hydraulic, and P&ID schematics; design components using AutoCAD; and apply machine safety and continuous improvement principles. You’ll strengthen technical skills while collaborating on real-world manufacturing projects.

You will gain hands-on experience with engineering and maintenance projects, with mentorship and professional development opportunities as part of a paid internship.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a four‑year degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• AutoCAD experience
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Tools.

Responsibilities

• Update plant layouts and P&ID drawings to support engineering and maintenance projects.
• Design and modify parts in AutoCAD for fabrication by local vendors.
• Partner with the Maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues and identify root causes of failures.
• Organize and maintain mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Collaborate with vendors and contractors on plant projects and equipment improvements.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Four-year engineering degree (ME/IE/Manufacturing)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.

About the Mechanical Engineering Internship

Build hands‑on mechanical engineering experience by learning to interpret pneumatic, hydraulic, and P&ID schematics, design components using AutoCAD, and apply machine safety and continuous improvement principles. You’ll strengthen your technical skills while collaborating with teams on real-world manufacturing projects.

Program structure

• Schedule: Part‑time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full‑time (40 hours/week) during the summer.
• Location: Fostoria, OH
• Start Date: January 2027
• Duration: Year‑round internship

What we’re looking for

• Enrollment in a four‑year degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Ability to succeed in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Preferred experience: Advanced Excel and analyst skills.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Tools.

What you’ll focus on

• Update plant layouts and P&ID drawings to support engineering and maintenance projects.
• Design and modify parts in AutoCAD for fabrication by local vendors.
• Partner with the Maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues and identify root causes of failures.
• Organize and maintain mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Collaborate with vendors and contractors on plant projects and equipment improvements.

What Sets Our Internship Program Apart

Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career. Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter’s Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase.

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OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU When you work at Charter Manufacturing you’re part of a four‑generation family business. That means, you’re not just an employee, you’re one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together. Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit – together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn’t go unnoticed.

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