Mechanical Engineering Intern: Vehicle Systems & CAD

Pierce Manufacturing; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, offers a mechanical engineering internship that supports engineers across design, production, and testing with a range of tasks. You will contribute to vehicle component layouts, part selection for weight and reliability, and on‑floor project support.

The role emphasizes collaboration with suppliers and internal teams, plus exposure to engineering change notices, BOM updates, and testing activities on prototypes and production builds.

Qualifications

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field for entire duration of internship.
• Experience using CATIA, Pro-E or a similar CAD system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle component layouts using CAD software i.e., CATIA/CAD.
• Select parts or components for weight, cost, reliability, and ease of manufacturing.
• Follow project on the assembly floor for prototype, pilot, or production build and provide technical assistance.
• Generate engineering calculations of weight distribution, stress analysis, performance estimations, etc.
• 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) using the PLM system.
• Design, model, and test new mechanical systems that integrate with a vehicle.
• Update bill of materials in the PDM system to reflect product changes.
• All other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Internship experience

Extracurricular activities

Mechanical design interest

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

CATIA

Pro-E / Creo

Job description

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, offers a mechanical engineering internship that supports engineers across design, production, and testing with a range of tasks. You will contribute to vehicle component layouts, part selection for weight and reliability, and on‑floor project support.

The role emphasizes collaboration with suppliers and internal teams, plus exposure to engineering change notices, BOM updates, and testing activities on prototypes and production builds.