Mechanical Engineering Co-op: CAD, Prototyping & Testing

Jobtailor; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a mechanically minded student to support early product development in Eden Prairie, MN. You will partner with a lead engineer, create CAD models and drawings, and build prototypes using 3D printing and machining technologies.

The internship emphasizes testing for performance, durability, and environmental requirements, with exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, on-site in Eden Prairie, MN from January 2027 through August 2027.
• Strong interest in product design, development, testing, and engineering problem solving.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience or coursework involving CAD software; SolidWorks knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with machining processes and 3D printing technologies.
• Understanding of material properties and materials science fundamentals.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Exposure to MATLAB, finite element analysis, or simulation tools such as Ansys Workbench.
• Experience through academic projects, student organizations, research, laboratory work, or internships.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a lead mechanical engineer on new product development and product improvement initiatives.
• Create CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Build and evaluate prototypes using 3D printing and machining technologies.
• Execute prototype testing for performance, durability, and environmental requirements.
• Apply engineering coursework to practical product development projects.
• Gain exposure to multiple engineering disciplines before graduation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support engineering objectives and product development milestones.

Skills

CAD Modeling

Prototype Testing

Engineering Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Strong Communication

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's degree (enrolled) in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Ansys Workbench

3D Printing

Job description

Jobtailor seeks a mechanically minded student to support early product development in Eden Prairie, MN. You will partner with a lead engineer, create CAD models and drawings, and build prototypes using 3D printing and machining technologies.

The internship emphasizes testing for performance, durability, and environmental requirements, with exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and cross-functional collaboration.