Mechanical Engineering Intern: Design, Prototyping & Testing

James Hardie Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mentorship and guidance

Networking opportunities

Job summary

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern for a 12-week summer program in the United States.

You will gain hands-on experience in product design, documentation, prototyping, testing, and engineering records. You will work on defined projects within the StruXure team, develop practical skills in design, hardware integration, and problem solving, and collaborate with experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) with strong academic performance.
• GPA 3.0+ and availability for a 12-week full-time summer internship in 2027.
• Authorization to work in the United States and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Design and document 3D models, assemblies, and drawings; update legacy parts to current standards.
• Support prototype fabrication, testing, and design validation in a hands-on shop enviroment.
• Own an engineering project from definition to implementation and present results.
• Contribute to engineering records, documentation, and cross-functional reviews.

Skills

3D modeling

SolidWorks

Hands-on aptitude

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Collaboration

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern for a 12-week summer program in the United States.

You will gain hands-on experience in product design, documentation, prototyping, testing, and engineering records. You will work on defined projects within the StruXure team, develop practical skills in design, hardware integration, and problem solving, and collaborate with experienced engineers.