Mechanical Engineering Intern

Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc. seeks a Mechanical Engineering Intern to assist the engineering department on product and R&D projects, including electro-mechanical devices and systems such as compressors and refrigeration components.

Tasks include lab testing, flow and heat transfer analysis, and authoring technical reports. Ideal candidates are 2nd–4th year Mechanical Engineering students with a GPA of 2.8 or higher, hands-on shop experience, and strong teamwork, communication, and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 2nd–4th year Mechanical Engineering degree program
• GPA 2.8 or higher required
• Submission of academic transcript required
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and shop experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to uphold safety and security procedures in the workplace

Responsibilities

• Mechanical component and system design
• Research vendors for specific components and designs
• Lead vendor searches and technical investigations
• Produce specifications for products and components
• Modify and/or produce manufacturing, QA and engineering procedures
• Author technical reports
• Flow and heat transfer analysis
• Produce test plans
• Set up and perform laboratory tests
• Assist with system and component tests

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Shop skills

Hands-on skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Oral and written communication

Safety procedures

Analyze and resolve problems

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

GPA 2.8+

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Job description

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Intern Clerical / Admin Allentown, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1091

Salary Range: $22.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Job Title: Engineering Intern

Reports to: Engineering Co-op/Internship Coordinator

Position Description; include duties, responsibilities and learning objectives

The candidate will assist the engineering department with product and R&D related projects. Typical projects involve specialized compressor and refrigeration devices; and their associated components. The products are electro-mechanical devices/systems which involve solid mechanics, fluid dynamics, metal/plastic components, pressure vessel components, and piping/valve pressure components. The electrical systems involve temperature, pressure, flow, power measuring devices; microprocessor based controllers, power devices and circuits and communication devices and protocols.

The duties and responsibilities will vary depending on the mentor/engineer and task assignment.

There will be numerous engineering activities (below) that will be available to the candidate.

• Mechanical component and system design
• Research vendors for specific components and designs
• Leading vendor searches and technical investigations
• Producing specifications for products and components
• Modifying and/or producing manufacturing, QA and engineering procedures
• Author technical reports
• Flow and heat transfer analysis
• Producing test plans
• Setup and performing laboratory tests
• Assisting with system and component tests

The engineering department interfaces with the manufacturing plant and manufacturing engineering on a regular basis. Other interfaces include QA/QC, Procurement and Service.

Recommended Qualifications and Skills Needed to Perform Job

Academic Requirements

• 2nd, 3rd or 4th year Mechanical Engineering Degree Program
• GPA of 2.8 or higher
• Submission of Academic Transcript

Other Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Hands on skills with tools, devices and equipment
• Experience working in a shop environment
• Detailed oriented
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Understand and uphold safety and security procedures for the workplace and products
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems

Other Characteristics:

• Able to work full-time (40 hours per week, M-F, 8am-5pm) & onsite for a defined period of 10-12 weeks.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Interest and ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail; demonstrated ability to self-manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines.