Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

AMETEK Inc.; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Inc. in Kent, OH is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 to support design, development, and testing of brushed and brushless DC motors and related sub-systems.

The role emphasizes applying classroom engineering principles while collaborating with experienced engineers and technicians. Responsibilities include creating CAD models in SolidWorks, running simulations in ANSYS, performing tests, and documenting results to inform management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering degree.
• Sophomore or higher standing.
• Coursework or experience in mechanical engineering principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Excellent organization and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to design, test, document, and validate new products.
• Build and validate electro-mechanical performance of motors, drives, and circuitry.
• Address design issues and improve designs via engineering change procedures.
• Execute tests, analyze data, and generate technical reports for management.
• Create CAD models, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks.
• Learn to run electromagnetic, thermal, and stress simulations in ANSYS.
• Design test and assembly fixtures to aid manufacturing.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Teamwork

Mechanical engineering coursework

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Sophomore standing

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

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Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Location: Kent, OH, US, 44240

Business Unit: Haydon Kerk Pittman

Posting Date: Oct 23, 2026

Job Description: This is an opportunity for engineering students to gain real-world experience while working at a world-class electrical motor manufacturer. Support design, development, and testing of various brushed and brushless DC motors, stepper motor-based linear actuators, drives, and complete custom automation sub-systems. The ideal candidate will enjoy solving challenging technical problems by applying engineering principles learned in the classroom, and by collaborating with experienced engineers, technicians, and various departments, and will have a desire to grow their 3D CAD and simulation capabilities.

What you will do:

• Work with engineers to design, test, document, and validate new products
• Build, document, and validate the electro-mechanical performance of motors, drives, and circuitry
• Alleviate design issues and/or improve designs through the engineering change procedure
• Execute tests, analyze data, and generate technical reports to inform management
• Create CAD models, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks
• Learn to run electromagnetic, thermal, and/or stress simulations in ANSYS
• Design test and assembly fixtures to aid manufacturing of product

What we are looking for:

REQUIRED

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent
• Sophomore or higher-level standing
• Coursework or experience related to mechanical engineering principles
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organize thoughts, files, and data well
• Team player with a highly proactive and positive attitude with the ability to work individuallyor in a team as needed

PREFERRED

• Knowledge or interest in electrical motors and/or rotating equipment
• Ability to interpret drawings and schematics
• Experience working in a lab or shop environment
• Hands-on capability with typical electrical test and measurement equipment
• Familiar with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analyses

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment is split between office and laboratory work, with most work being performed in the office. The noise level in the office is typically quiet while the noise level in the lab can occasionally require hearing protection. While performing the duties of the position, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 40 pounds.

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Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 35,000

Salary Maximum: 50,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].