Mechanical Engineering Intern - Prototyping & Testing

Watchfire

Danville (IL)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
Company Paid Life/ADD
Voluntary Life/ADD
Dependent Life/ADD
401k with Employer Match
Vacation
Personal Time

Job summary

Watchfire in Danville, IL is seeking a student intern to participate in hardware development activities and assist Mechanical Engineers with prototyping. You will help test and evaluate new and existing products while collaborating closely with the R&D team.

The role expects active enrollment in engineering/technology programs, full-time status for the current semester, and the ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer session.

Qualifications

  • Experience with CAD software, preferably Autodesk Inventor.
  • Experience with Microsoft software, Outlook, Word, Excel and SharePoint.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of semester.
  • Able to work up to 40 hours per week during summer session.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in hardware development activities.
  • Assist Mechanical Engineers with projects and prototyping as needed.
  • Help with testing and evaluation of new and existing products.
  • Collaborate closely with R&D team members.

Skills

Autodesk Inventor CAD
Microsoft Office
Independent worker
Written communication
US work authorization

Education

Engineering/Technology student (Mech, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, ME, MET, EE, EET preferred)
Enrolled full-time for current semester; new graduates eligible

Tools

Autodesk Inventor
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint)

Job description

Watchfire in Danville, IL is seeking a student intern to participate in hardware development activities and assist Mechanical Engineers with prototyping. You will help test and evaluate new and existing products while collaborating closely with the R&D team.

The role expects active enrollment in engineering/technology programs, full-time status for the current semester, and the ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer session.

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