Part-time Mechanical Automation Intern: CAD/PLC Onsite Mesa

Benchmark; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Benchmark is offering a Mechanical Automation Intern position in Mesa, AZ for engineering students. The role is 100% onsite, part-time up to 30 hours/week, with a compensation of $21.00 USD per hour. This temporary internship runs during fall/spring and requires pursuing a 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree.

Responsibilities include CAD design in SolidWorks/AutoCAD, PLC programming, and troubleshooting automation hardware. Benefits are not provided due to internship temporary nature.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and experience with coding/scripting languages used in automation.
• Familiarity with automation systems and control programming is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Use CAD tools to design components, machinery, and automated workflows.
• Automation Support: Develop and implement PLC programming, sensors, and robotics to improve efficiency.
• Troubleshooting & Validation: Debug mechanical assemblies, mechatronics, and automated processes; test prototypes.
• Engineering Documentation: Generate BOMs, technical reports, and operating procedures.
• Process Improvement: Analyze workflows to identify bottlenecks and implement automation solutions.
• Machine components using CNC Mill and CNC Lathe.

Skills

CAD Software

Automation scripting

PLC programming

Education

Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Benchmark is offering a Mechanical Automation Intern position in Mesa, AZ for engineering students. The role is 100% onsite, part-time up to 30 hours/week, with a compensation of $21.00 USD per hour. This temporary internship runs during fall/spring and requires pursuing a 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree.

Responsibilities include CAD design in SolidWorks/AutoCAD, PLC programming, and troubleshooting automation hardware. Benefits are not provided due to internship temporary nature.