Piping Internship or Co-Op (Summer 2027)

UEC; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UEC in Maumee, OH is seeking a qualified student for a hands-on role in mechanical engineering design. You will complete calculations for limited complexity with supervision, create and modify equipment drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs using AutoCAD, and assemble RFQ packages.

You will model equipment and piping in 3-D with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and Inventor, develop pipe supports, and assist experienced Piping Engineers while gaining exposure to ASME codes and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering at an accredited four-year college or university.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work within diverse teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Seeks feedback to improve performance.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other drafting software is desired.
• Exposure to Plant 3D or similar 3-D modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete calculations of limited complexity with supervision.
• Create and modify equipment drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs using AutoCAD.
• Assemble equipment RFQ packages.
• Model equipment and pipe design in 3-D using AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and Inventor.
• Develop and design pipe supports.
• Assist experienced Piping Engineers with their activities.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Inventor

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Complete calculations of limited complexity, including stress analysis and equipment sizing, with supervision as needed
• Create and modify equipment drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs using AutoCAD
• Assemble equipment RFQ packages
• Model equipment and pipe design in 3-D using AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and Inventor
• Develop and design pipe supports
• Assist experienced Piping Engineers with their activities as requested

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree (or equivalent education) in Mechanical Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university
• Effective communication skills to convey ideas
• Ability to work within diverse teams assembled from Nexus, clients, and others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel and Word
• Seeks feedback to improve performance
• Proficient with AutoCAD or other drafting software desired
• Exposure to Plant 3D or similar 3-D modeling programs is a plus

Training & Development

• Gain understanding of business and engineering workflow in a consulting firm
• Expand capabilities with drafting software such as AutoCAD
• Learn about process safety and its importance in design and operation of client facilities
• Exposure to and application of industry codes and standards such as ASME Section VIII, ASME B31.3, B31.1, and ANSI B16.5
• Introduction to P&IDs and piping specifications
• Acquire hands‑on experience in the field