Mechanical Engineering Intern

Otis Elevator Co.; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis Elevator Co. in Florence, SC is seeking an undergraduate intern to support product and mechanical system components of elevator projects.

You will shadow engineers, analyze schematics, and contribute to solutions in the Florence Test Tower and Florence Factory. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with electrical, software, and test engineers, plus coordination with manufacturing operations and finance to ensure designs meet requirements.

Qualifications

• Sound Mechanical Engineering background including Statics, Dynamics, Structural Analysis, and Systems Analysis.
• Experience Pro Engineer/PTC Creo Parametric is desirable.
• Ability to work with suppliers/3rd parties.
• Experience with test and measurement equipment.
• Understanding of electrical and software functions.
• Strong communications skills and leadership ability.
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)

Responsibilities

• This intern position will provide product support for a variety of elevator components and mechanical systems.
• Shadow other engineers on the team and support deliverables of their projects for work on elevator components and systems.
• Get hands on experience in the Florence Test Tower and also in the Florence Factory.
• At the end of the summer a report out for organizational impact and learnings will be expected.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical assembly drawings, and sometimes building plans to analyze problems and identify root cause issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Work across electrical, software, and test engineers and collaborate with manufacturing operations, supply management, contract logistics, finance, and field support to ensure designs meet requirements.

Skills

Statics

Dynamics

Structural Analysis

Systems Analysis

MS Office

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo Parametric

Job description

Location

OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA

Date Posted

2026-08-19

Country

United States of America

Job Responsibilities

This intern position will provide product support for a variety of elevator components and mechanical systems.

The position will shadow other engineers on the team and support deliverables of their projects for work on elevator components and systems.

The position will get hands on experience in the Florence Test Tower and also in the Florence Factory.

At the end of the summer a report out for organizational impact and learnings will be expected.

The candidate should be able to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical assembly drawings, and sometimes building plans in order to analyze problems and identify root cause issues and develop innovative solutions.

The ability to work across engineering disciplines with electrical engineers, software engineers, and test engineers is required.

The candidate must be a self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills and be able to collaborate effectively working on cross-functional teams in order to work closely with manufacturing operations, supply management, contract logistics, finance, and field support to ensure designs are compatible with requirements from across the organization.

Problem Solving & Complexity

Identifies, defines, and resolves problems that are not immediately evident.

Problems are typically within a single area of responsibility and are typically solved through exercise of discretion and / or judgment, often drawing from prior experiences or standard procedures and basic analysis.

Communication & Influence

Communicates with parties within and outside of own team to explain facts, policies, and practices related to work area, influencing decision-makers with recommended courses of action.

Education

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar engineering field

Preferred Skills

• Sound Mechanical Engineering background including Statics, Dynamics, Structural Analysis, and Systems Analysis
• Experience Pro Engineer/PTC Creo Parametric is desirable
• Ability to work with suppliers/3rd parties
• Experience with test and measurement equipment
• Understanding of electrical and software functions
• Strong communications skills and leadership ability
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)

The hourly range for this role is $25/hr to $29/hr. We may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.

We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].