Mechanical Engineering Intern: Design, CAD & Testing

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.; Dodge Center (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

McNeilus is seeking a mechanically inclined student for a paid internship in Minnesota. The role supports design, production, manufacturing, and test Engineering teams, offering exposure to hydraulic and electrical systems, CAD modeling, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, with SolidWorks experience and a track record in SAE clubs. The internship provides hands-on project work and potential for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree for the entire duration of the internship.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read hydraulic symbols and schematics.
• Previous internship or work-related experience.
• Experience using SolidWorks or a similar CAD system.
• Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Clean Snowmobile or other similar club experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow project on the assembly floor and provide technical assistance.
• Evaluate new designs and identify potential improvements.
• Lead cross-functional design reviews to optimize design.
• Evaluate, update, and design hydraulic circuits.
• Design, model, and test new mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines to refine system control and performance.
• Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
• Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.
• Create and manage ECN’s (Engineering Change Notices).
• Update bill of materials in the PDM (Product Data Management) system to reflect changes.
• Review test and field systems failures and determine root cause.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Hydraulic symbols

Internship experience

SolidWorks

SAE clubs experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD (SolidWorks)

Job description

McNeilus is seeking a mechanically inclined student for a paid internship in Minnesota. The role supports design, production, manufacturing, and test Engineering teams, offering exposure to hydraulic and electrical systems, CAD modeling, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, with SolidWorks experience and a track record in SAE clubs. The internship provides hands-on project work and potential for professional growth.