Mechanical Engineer Trainee: Hands-On Design & Testing

Lincoln Electric; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric’s Michigan City, IN facility offers a 12-month Engineering Development Program designed to bridge academia with hands-on product design, development, and testing for mobile power solutions. You will work with experienced engineers to support design improvements on compressors, generators, welders, and other custom products.

Participants receive immersion days at the Cleveland, OH headquarters and travel arrangements covered by Lincoln Electric.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (or engineering technology) by June 2027.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship.
• Engineering disciplines preferred: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Industrial, Material Science, Welding, Packaging, Metallurgy, Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Machine or system design.
• Create detailed design specifications, manufacturing instructions, assembly drawings, and testing protocols.
• Testing of prototype equipment.
• Execute quality control processes to resolve production problems.
• Develop new consumables through applied research.
• Assist in the design and implementation of safety mechanisms and controls for industrial machinery.

Skills

Technical drawings

Verbal & written communication

Fast-paced environment

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (or engineering technology)

Job description

Lincoln Electric’s Michigan City, IN facility offers a 12-month Engineering Development Program designed to bridge academia with hands-on product design, development, and testing for mobile power solutions. You will work with experienced engineers to support design improvements on compressors, generators, welders, and other custom products.

Participants receive immersion days at the Cleveland, OH headquarters and travel arrangements covered by Lincoln Electric.